Eurasian Goshawk

Northern goshawks are large, powerful forest hawks distributed across northern and temperate portions of Eurasia and North America. Adults have broad wings, long tails and prominent pale eyebrow stripes, adaptations that assist rapid maneuvering among trees. They occupy mature coniferous, deciduous and mixed forests, generally selecting extensive woodland with suitable nesting trees and productive hunting areas. Females are substantially larger and heavier than males. (Animal Diversity Web)

Goshawks hunt birds and mammals using concealed perches, short pursuits and sudden bursts of speed through forest vegetation. Their prey includes grouse, pigeons, corvids, squirrels, rabbits and many smaller animals. Breeding pairs are territorial and construct large stick nests high in trees, sometimes reusing alternate nests in successive years. Females undertake most incubation, while males supply food; both participate in protecting and provisioning the developing young. (Animal Diversity Web)