Rough Legged Collection

Rough-legged Buzzards - young at the nest - very close to leaving the nest
ANZ-1270 Rough-legged Buzzards - young at the nest - very close to leaving the nest. nest in low rocks in tundra near Dikson, Russian Arctic. Summer, August

White-booted racket tail, Ocreatus underwoodii (Rough-legged racket-tailed humming-bird, Trochilus underwoodii). Handcoloured steel engraving by William Lizars from Sir William Jardines Naturalists

Rough-legged Buzzard (Buteo lagopus) adult female, in worn plumage and heavy moult, in flight, Finland, june

Rough-legged Buzzard (Buteo lagopus) adult, in flight, calling, Varanger, Norway, may

Rough Legged Buzzard - on nest ledge with young
UB-102 Rough Legged Buzzard - on nest ledge with young Buteo lagopus Uno Berggren Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Rough Legged Buzzard / Hawk - at nest with young
AEB-2849 Rough Legged Buzzard / Hawk - at nest with young Buteo lagopus Elizabeth Bomford Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Rough-legged Hawk - light morph immature bird - Connecticut - USA
JZ-3419 Rough-legged Hawk - light morph immature bird Connecticut - USA Buteo lagopus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rough-legged Buzzard - young at the nest threatening a visitor - very close to leaving the nest
ANZ-1271 Rough-legged Buzzard - young at the nest threatening a visitor - very close to leaving the nest. nest in low rocks in tundra near Dikson, Russian Arctic. Summer, August

Rough-legged Hawk New Mexico in February
JZ-2959 Rough-legged Hawk New Mexico in February. Buteo lagopus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rough-legged Buzzard / Hawk - Immature light morph. Photographed in winter, East Haven, Connecticut, USA
JZ-2027 Rough-legged Buzzard / Hawk - Immature light morph. Photographed in winter, East Haven, Connecticut, USA. Buteo lagopus Jim Zipp Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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In the vast expanse of the Russian Arctic, nestled among low rocks in the tundra near Dikson, a family of Rough-legged Buzzards awaits their young ones' departure from the nest, and is August, and these majestic birds are on the cusp of spreading their wings and exploring the world beyond. The sight is breathtaking as we witness a typical nest adorned with young Rough-legged Buzzards. These fledglings are so close to taking flight that one can almost feel their anticipation. The summer sun casts a warm glow upon them, highlighting their downy feathers and reminding us of nature's wonders. Meanwhile, against an evening sky, another Rough-legged Buzzard gracefully soars. Its silhouette stands out against the fading light as it surveys its surroundings with keen eyesight. This adult male emits a melodious call that echoes through Finland's picturesque landscapes in June. Not far away, an adult female buzzard takes to flight amidst her worn plumage and heavy moult. She too calls out into the Finnish air while showcasing her resilience and strength despite undergoing this natural process of renewal. Norway's Varanger region becomes witness to yet another magnificent display as an adult Rough-legged Buzzard glides through the skies above. Its powerful wings create a symphony of sound as it communicates with its fellow avian companions during May's golden days. High up on a mountain ledge rests a Rough Legged Buzzard alongside its offspring - proof that even at such heights, life finds a way to thrive. The bond between parent and child is evident in this heartwarming scene where protection meets growth. As we marvel at these scenes from nature's theater, let us not forget other remarkable raptors like Red-shouldered Hawks found in South Central Florida. In January's cooler climate, they grace us with their presence displaying paler plumage unique to southern regions - yet another testament to biodiversity across our planet.