types of hawks in ky
Kentucky Hawks Hawks are diurnal raptors with keen eyesight, sharp talons for capturing and killing their prey, and sharp hooked beaks used to tear their prey into bite-sized pieces. In Kentucky, the most common hawks are the Red-Tailed Hawk, Red-Shouldered Hawk and Cooper's Hawk. Occasionally, you might find Broad-winged Hawks, Sharp-shinned Hawks or Northern Harriers in the right habitat. Some hawks remain in Kentucky year-round, while others migrate each fall. Most species are monogamous, often for life. The build nests of sticks, lined with vegetation. Males and females are the same color, but females are usually up to 1/3 larger than the male.