Cooper's Hawk
Cooper's Hawk

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Birds (Ornithology)
Insects (Entomology) ➔ Cooper's Hawk

Taxonomy:
Accipiter cooperii
Identifier:
E1995.59.20
Description:
The Cooper's Hawk, Accipiter cooperii, is a medium-sized hawk native to North America, ranging from Mexico to southern Canada. These birds of prey live in forests but have also adapted to live in more urban environments and mixed habitats. Their sharp eyesight makes them excellent hunters, preying mostly on birds such as robins, jays, and doves. They also hunt small mammals, including chipmunks, ground squirrels, mice, and bats. 

The Cooper's Hawk has a wingspan ranging from 75-94 cm and females are usually larger than males. In the wild, they can live up to 12 years, but many young hawks do not survive their first year. Cooper’s hawks breed once per year and usually lay between 3-5 eggs per season.
Date:
1995
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Collection Tier:
Tier 3
Source:
Gift Of Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
Exhibit/Program:
Virtual Discovery Kit: Zoology (April 2020)
Zoologists and animal lovers alike can investigate unique animal specimens from habitats all around the world. Discover where these animals live, what they eat and what makes them special!
Related Entity:
Michigan State University Kellogg Bird Sanctuary (donor)
Alternate names: MSU Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, W. K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary