Red Tailed Hawks hanging out together

[Chip]

I thought this was a bit unusual. This one guy was across my neighbors back yard;

And while I was trying to get closer he was joined by this one;

 

[Kevin Judy and Emma]

Two hawks

Nice shots... 'tis mating season.

KDT

 

[Chip]

'tis mating season.

KDT

DOH !!! That didn't even cross my infertile mind. Thanks !
Come to learn they're monogamous to boot !

 

[forestgnome]

I think it's a mating pair. Says here that males and females look alike, but the female is larger.

Nice pics! That's a brave little black bird in the background!

happy spring !