Circus approximans

Swamp Harrier at Splitters Creek, NSW

Circus approximans at Splitters Creek, NSW - 16 Oct 2021
Circus approximans at Splitters Creek, NSW - 16 Oct 2021
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Circus approximans 17 Oct 2021 Liam.m
Circus approximans 17 Oct 2021 Liam.m
Hieraaetus morphnoides 16 Oct 2021 KylieWaldon

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I noticed this raptor way way off in the distance because of its size and flashes of white when it turned. Thought at first it might be a sea eagle, but looks more like a little eagle? terrible morning to take photos.

3 comments

Liam.m wrote:
   17 Oct 2021
My initial thought was swamp harrier, not sure though
natureguy wrote:
   17 Oct 2021
Looks good for Swamp Harrier to me too.
KylieWaldon wrote:
   18 Oct 2021
thank u liam.m and natureguy

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  • 1 Abundance
  • 16 Oct 2021 07:30 AM Recorded on
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