A surprise find, this beauty was perched low in a tree at a local park. I rushed to get my gear out of the car and was just setting up when he flew off. Right over my head. I did my best to fire off a few shots. This was the best of the bunch.

Many thanks to the FB Bird ID group for helping me confirm the ID. Raptors from the underside are still confusing.

I hope you enjoy.

Name: Red-shouldered Hawk
Scientific Name: Buteo lineatus
Status: Least Concern
Sound: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Red-shouldered_Hawk/sounds

Learn more:
https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Red-shouldered_Hawk/id
https://www.audubon.org/field-guide/bird/red-shouldered-hawk