Need help confirming ID of this bird.
Picture #1 is in focus but with busy background...
Pictures #2 to #4 are just too bad, but could help ID.
Thanks,
Pedro
Hi Pedro-This one is a "teaser" because you hinted a harrier. However, I was confused because at least images 1 and 4 do not look anything like a harrier and really only 3 has a suggestion in the face.
However, I think what you have here is a Buzzard Buteo buteo. The overall dark brown colouration and the yellow cere are I think characteristic.
I’ve consulted my birds guide and I agree with you!
I wasn’t sure about the marsh harrier, but last year I’ve photographed one in this same location, so I assumed… :P
Thanks!
Pedro