: Breeds. but probably just rarely detected late Apr-early Aug in wild, forested areas throughout.
: and widespread early Apr-early May and again late May-early Jun (one year old birds). and widespread, including , late Aug-mid Oct with peak mid Sep-early Oct and from mid Aug and to late Nov. In fall, best observed from the Cadillac Mountain Hawkwatch.
: Dec-Mar mostly in towns and around bird feeding stations. Most are adult males, possibly residents.
Miscellany: Adult female Sharp-shins are almost twice as heavy as their mates, the largest disparity among North American raptors. Males do not share incubations duties but during this period provide the domestic females with much of their food, mostly small birds.
Last Updated: June 5th, 2022