Sparrowhawk eating a pigeon
Introduction
The photograph on this page of Sparrowhawk eating a pigeon by Rose and Trev Clough as part of the Geograph project.
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Sparrowhawk eating a pigeon
Image: © Rose and Trev Clough Taken: 14 Feb 2017
Spotted in a rarely frequented lane close to the city centre - for location see Image . I was able to observe this bird for several minutes, from just a few metres away. Eventually it took off, carrying the carcass with it.
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Image Location
Latitude
54.892511
Longitude
-2.936665