Date: 4/29/26 7:30 am From: Daniel Getman <000003a484abda6a-dmarc-request...> Subject: Sharpie vs Coopers - Pete Dunne Tip
Distinguishing between these 2 species can often be quite difficult.
In the recent May/June 2026 issue of BWD Magazine, formerly Bird Watchers Digest, Pete Dunne offers a tip he uses when identifying hawks at a distance. It’s a 1 page article.
“Cooper’s hawks have a tail tipped with a broad white, sharply defined terminal band. The tail of the sharp-shinned shows a narrow, indistinct band that is difficult to see.” If you’re not familiar with this bimonthly magazine, check it out at the link below. It has lots of photos, interesting stories and tips on birding locations and ID. They have a sample issue to view (not this May/June issue), but you have to subscribe to view this issue. I have no connection, nor do I benefit from it.
