Pictures ID of this hawk?

[csnake91]

I saw him on my neighbors roof while photographing the sunset. I would say a pretty neat looking bird. We are in southern California if that helps with ID. I really have little knowledge on raptors, but I don't think I have ever seen one like this around before. Sorry about the blurry pics, I was worried it would fly away so I didn't have time to change the setting.

 

[Laurie]

Nice bird. I would say it is a Red-shouldered Hawk.

 

[Mizzely]

I agree with Red Shouldered Hawk

 

[csnake91]

Nice bird. I would say it is a Red-shouldered Hawk.

I agree with Red Shouldered Hawk

Thanks for your quick replies!!

 

[Birdbabe]

Yes, Red shoulder....Lucky you!

 

[Tvdv96]

I Also agree with red shouldered hawk, really beautiful

 

[melissasparrots]

Agreed, red shouldered. I had to look at a range map though and was surprised to see them in California. I usually think of them as an eastern bird.

 

[Ninna]

Wow, beautiful bird. How lucky to be in the right place for that sighting!