The Northern Harrier is a slim, graceful raptor (bird of prey ... They are known for their "surprise" attacks, sneaking up on prey by flying close to the ground. This raptor is also thought to have ...

and a sharp-shinned hawk looks like a “flying capital T” (a small head). A Northern harrier bird has a very distinguishable, ...

Keen photographer and Essex Birdwatching Facebook group member Thomas Harris captured a Hen Harrier flying over Wallasea Island reserve.

Keen photographer and Essex Birdwatching Facebook group member Thomas Harris captured a Hen Harrier flying over Wallasea Island reserve.

Keen photographer and Essex Birdwatching Facebook group member Thomas Harris captured a Hen Harrier flying over Wallasea ... and parts of upland Wales, Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man.