Joe F.N. wrote:
1/ As I entered the bush I noticed the Red-tailed Hawk perched on a stump. I should add here that I've known this hawk for over two years. He used to be quite spooky, as most hawks are, but over time he stopped seeing me as a threat and allowed me to approach closely. On occasion I've been within six feet of this raptor, without him giving me a second glance. Today was such a day. I noticed that he was staring intently at something but I couldn't see it.