再びCoyote Hills その1 / Coyote Hills again Part 1

Feeling the potential of Coyote Hills Regional Park from my last visit, I decided to return quickly.

Distant view of a Great Egret walking across hillside grassland at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
The Great Egret stands out even from a distance.
American Kestrel flying along Cowell-Purisima Coastal Trail in the Bay Area in autumn
A male American Kestrel that has caught an insect.
Distant view of a White-tailed Kite hovering against hills at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
A White-tailed Kite hovering repeatedly.
White-tailed Kite flying at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
Several are flying around the hills. It’s still unclear what they’re hunting.
American Kestrel perched on an old utility pole at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
There are rows of what seem to be old utility poles, which also appear to be favorites for the raptors.
Dumbarton Bridge seen from Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
From the top of the hill, you can see Dumbarton Bridge spanning the bay.
Silhouette of a White-tailed Kite hovering at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
A White-tailed Kite searching for prey.
Red-tailed Hawk perched on an old utility pole at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
There are also numerous Red-tailed Hawks. Frequent visits might lead to encounters with a variety of raptors.
Close-up of a Western Meadowlark standing in grassland at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
On the ground, a Western Meadowlark with bright yellow plumage.
Northern Harrier standing in grassland while hunting at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
A Northern Harrier glides low and gently lands. Its roost is probably nearby.
White-tailed Kite flying at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
As the name suggests, its tail feathers are pure white.
Grassland and hills illuminated by the setting sun at Coyote Hills in the Bay Area in autumn
A view of the field. It’s quite the workout.

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