1. Red-tailed Hawk: This is a common hawk found throughout North America, including in Las Vegas. Red-tailed hawks have broad wings and a distinctive reddish-brown tail. They are known for their loud, piercing calls.
2. Cooper's Hawk: Cooper's hawks are smaller hawks with relatively short wings and a blue-gray color. They are highly skilled hunters and often prey on smaller birds.
3. Sharp-shinned Hawk: Similar to Cooper's hawks, sharp-shinned hawks are small and blue-gray with long tails. They are typically found in forested areas and are known for their agility while hunting.
4. Northern Harrier: Northern harriers are medium-sized hawks with a distinctive rounded shape to their wings. They have a white patch on their lower back and males have gray wings and a white rump, while females are brown. Northern harriers often fly low over open fields in search of prey.
These are just a few of the hawk species found in Las Vegas. Due to the city's diverse habitats and access to open spaces, including the nearby Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Lake Mead, it provides a suitable environment for various hawks to thrive.
