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Eurasian sparrowhawk
Accipiter nisus
The Eurasian sparrowhawk is a small bird of prey with strong differences between males and females, and it specializes in hunting other birds. It is widespread across Europe and Asia, lives in woodlands and urban areas, and some populations migrate south in winter.
First photographedJan 6, 2026
Location
Haagse Bos, The Hague, Netherlands
Camera
Canon Canon EOS R5m2
RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM
Focal: 324mm
Aperture: f/5.6
Shutter: 1/250s
ISO: 640
Taken: January 6, 2026