They are fierce hunters, and birds of prey. Hawks are able to capture their prey in midair. Buetos wings are broad and round, and a broad fanned tail. Redtail hawks fall into this category. Accipiter hawks have narrow, long tails, with short, broad wings.
Harriers are slender, with slightly rounded wings, with long bodies and tails.
This type includes the Northern Harrier or marsh hawk. Facts about Owls. There are 18 species of owls in North America. Owls often share territories with eagles and hawks. Because they are nocturnal hunters, this causes little conflict.