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"With leaves gone from the trees, it's been easier to spot birds in the backyard," writes Birding Wire reader Ken Dunwoody of Marietta, Ga. "This Red-shouldered Hawk was keeping a close eye on the open area behind our house, standing on one leg for an extended period." Gear: Nikon D7000 camera, Nikkor 70-300mm 4.5/5.6 lens, aperture 5.6, shutter 1,500, ISO 1600.

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