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Description:
The Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) is a small bird of prey that is native to Ireland, and is one of the most commonly seen birds of prey in the country.
It has a compact, agile body with a relatively short tail and broad, rounded wings. The upper parts of the body are blue-grey, while the underparts are cream with rufous bars.
Kestrel or sparrowhawk
The head is rounded, with bright yellow eyes and a hooked beak.
What they eat:
Sparrowhawks feed mainly on small birds such as finches, sparrows, and tits. They are also known to hunt rodents like mice and voles. They are incredibly fast and their hunting technique involves ambush and surprise attacks.
Habitat:
Sparrowhawks are found in a wide range of habitats, from open countryside and woodland to suburban gardens and parks.
They prefer habitats where there are plenty of trees and bushes to provide cover for them to hunt from.
Size and wingspan:
Sparrowhawks are small birds of prey, measuring 28-38cm in length with a wingspan of 56-74cm.
Males are smaller than females, with a weight of around 150-200 grams compared to the females, which
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