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A small flock of Canadian geese flies in formation over Lake Cherful in Mountain Park, Georgia, as evening light reflects off the water. The image was made while testing a lens passed down from the photographer’s uncle, Knolan Benfield, during a time when another lens was out for repair.
A lone Red-tailed Hawk riding the thermals above Lake Cherful—effortless, patient, and completely at home in the sky.
White-tailed deer live throughout the Smokies, but are most commonly seen in areas with open fields such as Cades Cove and Cataloochee Valley. Biologists estimate that more than 6,000 deer may live in the park. Deer populations can change quickly. Local over population leads to widespread disease and starvation. Predation by coyotes, bears, and bobcats help reduce threats associated with over population. This deer was photographed in Cades Cove which is part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park located in Townsend, Tennessee on June 21, 2006.
White-tailed deer live throughout the Smokies, but are most commonly seen in areas with open fields such as Cades Cove and Cataloochee Valley. Biologists estimate that more than 6,000 deer may live in the park. Deer populations can change quickly. Local over population leads to widespread disease and starvation. Predation by coyotes, bears, and bobcats help reduce threats associated with over population. This deer was photographed in Cades Cove which is part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park located in Townsend, Tennessee on June 21, 2006.
White-tailed deer live throughout the Smokies, but are most commonly seen in areas with open fields such as Cades Cove and Cataloochee Valley. Biologists estimate that more than 6,000 deer may live in the park. Deer populations can change quickly. Local over population leads to widespread disease and starvation. Predation by coyotes, bears, and bobcats help reduce threats associated with over population. This deer was photographed in Cades Cove which is part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park located in Townsend, Tennessee on June 22, 2006.
White-tailed deer live throughout the Smokies, but are most commonly seen in areas with open fields such as Cades Cove and Cataloochee Valley. Biologists estimate that more than 6,000 deer may live in the park. Deer populations can change quickly. Local over population leads to widespread disease and starvation. Predation by coyotes, bears, and bobcats help reduce threats associated with over population. This deer was photographed in Cades Cove which is part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park located in Townsend, Tennessee on June 22, 2006.
Eight Point Buck in our backyard
Eight Point Buck in our backyard
Deer in our backyard
White-tailed Deer in our backyard
White-tailed Deer in our backyard
Mama Deer and Fawn in Backyard
Kensington Palace’s Harris Hawk to keep away the pigeons
Fledgling Red-Tailed Hawk in our Backyard. Every year we get a new nest.
[NIKON D5, Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports + Sigma 2.0x Teleconverter TC-2001, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 2500, 1/4000, ƒ/5.6, (35mm = 600)]
Red-Tailed Hawk in our Backyard in Roswell, GA.
[NIKON Z 6, AF-S Nikkor 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 3600, 1/1000, ƒ/5.6, (35mm = 300)]
Red-Tailed Hawk in our Backyard in Roswell, GA.
[NIKON Z 6, Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 4500, 1/1000, ƒ/5.6, (35mm = 600)]
Red-Tailed Hawk in our Backyard in Roswell, GA.
[NIKON Z 6, Sigma 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM Sports, Mode = Aperture Priority, ISO 4500, 1/1000, ƒ/5.6, (35mm = 600)]
Whether wheeling over a swamp forest or whistling plaintively from a riverine park, a Red-shouldered Hawk is typically a sign of tall woods and water. It’s one of our most distinctively marked common hawks, with barred reddish-peachy underparts and a strongly banded tail. In flight, translucent crescents near the wingtips help to identify the species at a distance. These forest hawks hunt prey ranging from mice to frogs and snakes.
Whether wheeling over a swamp forest or whistling plaintively from a riverine park, a Red-shouldered Hawk is typically a sign of tall woods and water. It’s one of our most distinctively marked common hawks, with barred reddish-peachy underparts and a strongly banded tail. In flight, translucent crescents near the wingtips help to identify the species at a distance. These forest hawks hunt prey ranging from mice to frogs and snakes.
Whether wheeling over a swamp forest or whistling plaintively from a riverine park, a Red-shouldered Hawk is typically a sign of tall woods and water. It’s one of our most distinctively marked common hawks, with barred reddish-peachy underparts and a strongly banded tail. In flight, translucent crescents near the wingtips help to identify the species at a distance. These forest hawks hunt prey ranging from mice to frogs and snakes.
Whether wheeling over a swamp forest or whistling plaintively from a riverine park, a Red-shouldered Hawk is typically a sign of tall woods and water. It’s one of our most distinctively marked common hawks, with barred reddish-peachy underparts and a strongly banded tail. In flight, translucent crescents near the wingtips help to identify the species at a distance. These forest hawks hunt prey ranging from mice to frogs and snakes.
Whether wheeling over a swamp forest or whistling plaintively from a riverine park, a Red-shouldered Hawk is typically a sign of tall woods and water. It’s one of our most distinctively marked common hawks, with barred reddish-peachy underparts and a strongly banded tail. In flight, translucent crescents near the wingtips help to identify the species at a distance. These forest hawks hunt prey ranging from mice to frogs and snakes.
Whether wheeling over a swamp forest or whistling plaintively from a riverine park, a Red-shouldered Hawk is typically a sign of tall woods and water. It’s one of our most distinctively marked common hawks, with barred reddish-peachy underparts and a strongly banded tail. In flight, translucent crescents near the wingtips help to identify the species at a distance. These forest hawks hunt prey ranging from mice to frogs and snakes.
Nature’s Architecture: A red-shouldered hawk diligently builds its nest in my backyard, creating a haven for its offspring. Witnessing the intricate process of nest-building reminds us of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
Nature’s Architecture: A red-shouldered hawk diligently builds its nest in my backyard, creating a haven for its offspring. Witnessing the intricate process of nest-building reminds us of the beauty and complexity of the natural world.
The Red-Shouldered Hawk
Red-Shouldered Hawk
Moments like these, hidden from view, remind us of the tender care and nurturing instinct of the red-shouldered hawk. Witnessing the circle of life unfold in the cozy confines of their nest is a testament to the beauty of nature’s delicate balance. 🌿 #NatureInFocus #StanleyLearyStorytelling
Today is a milestone as I document the enchanting sight of Red-Shouldered Hawks’ eyasses being fed by one of their devoted parents in their nest. Witnessing this intricate moment of care and nourishment fills me with wonder. Grateful to capture this captivating scene of new life unfolding! 📷✨ #RedShoulderedHawks #NatureInFocus
Young Red-shouldered Hawks nestlings screaming on nest in my backyard in Chatham’s Greenway neighborhood of Roswell, Georgia.
Red-shouldered hawk nestlings eagerly anticipate their next meal from their devoted parents. These adorable fluff balls are likely around three weeks old, displaying behaviors like enthusiastic feeding, wing stretching for strength, and tentative exploration of their surroundings. As they grow, their downy feathers transform into juvenile plumage, mirroring their majestic adult counterparts. Sibling squabbles and vocal calls fill the air, signaling their rapid development towards fledging. 🐣🌿 #NaturePhotography #BirdWatch
Red-shouldered hawk nestlings eagerly anticipate their next meal from their devoted parents. These adorable fluff balls are likely around three weeks old, displaying behaviors like enthusiastic feeding, wing stretching for strength, and tentative exploration of their surroundings. Their downy feathers transform into juvenile plumage as they grow, mirroring their majestic adult counterparts. Sibling squabbles and vocal calls fill the air, signaling their rapid development towards fledging. 🐣🌿 #NaturePhotography #BirdWatch
Red-shouldered hawk nestlings eagerly anticipate their next meal from their devoted parents. These adorable fluff balls are likely around three weeks old, displaying behaviors like enthusiastic feeding, wing stretching for strength, and tentative exploration of their surroundings. Their downy feathers transform into juvenile plumage as they grow, mirroring their majestic adult counterparts. Sibling squabbles and vocal calls fill the air, signaling their rapid development towards fledging. 🐣🌿 #NaturePhotography #BirdWatch
These two baby red-shouldered hawks, hatched just a month ago on April 24th, are growing fast and still enjoying their cozy nest. However, I’ve only seen two of the three chicks in the past few days. Not sure if one didn’t make it, but I’m keeping a hopeful eye on these little ones. 🦅 #NatureWatch #WildlifePhotography #BabyHawks
An Adult Red-Shouldered Hawk flew close to me from where I was set up to take pictures of its nest. I was startled. I thought it was investigating me, but below the branch, it landed on was something for food in the leaves that I could not see. It took a moment before it pounced on whatever that was, then flew back to the nest to give this to the juvenile hawks.
The juvenile red-shouldered hawks were not in the nest when I setup a tripod and lens to take updated photos. I heard one near me. I ended up finding one of them on the ground in our backyard. 🦅 #NatureWatch #WildlifePhotography #BabyHawks
The juvenile red-shouldered hawks are out hunting today. I saw the parents show up and try to feed the juvenile in our backyard. If you were at our house, all you would hear is the constant screeching of the hawks. 🦅 #NatureWatch #WildlifePhotography #BabyHawks
The juvenile red-shouldered hawks are out hunting today. I saw the parents show up and try to feed the juvenile in our backyard. If you were at our house, all you would hear is the constant screeching of the hawks. 🦅 #NatureWatch #WildlifePhotography #BabyHawks
The juvenile red-shouldered hawks are out hunting today. I saw the parents show up and try to feed the juvenile in our backyard. If you were at our house, all you would hear is the constant screeching of the hawks. 🦅 #NatureWatch #WildlifePhotography #BabyHawks
Author: © Stanley Leary 2026
Aperture: 6.3
Camera: NIKON Z 9
Caption: A lone Red-tailed Hawk riding the thermals above Lake Cherful—effortless, patient, and completely at home in the sky.
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Copyright: © Stanley Leary 2026
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