From: "Birding Africa (Callan Cohen)" <callanafrica@gmail.com>
Date: 2013-06-25 08:17
Subject: Re: [KENYABIRDSNET] identifying goshawk/sparrowhawk and Observado.org
Hi Wouter,

I'd be happy with the ID as a subadult Dark Chanting Goshawk. The large size, head shape and barred uppertail coverts rule out Gabar Gos, and Ovambo Sparr should show the distinct white markings along the tail shafts.

All the best

Callan

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On 24 Jun 2013, at 11:05 AM, Wouter Bol wrote:

 

Hello all,
I was wondering if somebody can help me with identifying the sparrowhawk/goshawk on photo's of this webpage: http://kenya.observado.org/waarneming/view/46110230
I've been in Kenya for my thesis research in 2009 for three months so my knowledge is not sufficient enough to tackle this one. I was thinking an almost adult Gabar Goshawk (strange with striped rump?) or maybe Ovambo Sparrowhawk?
Since a couple of monhts I am a validator for Observado.org. This is a good tool to fill in your sightings for birds or other fauna or flora. It can be used for ranging species and interesting sightings. It could also promote bird watching on local en international level since more and more people are using it. The goal of observado.org is to make available sightings of observers all around the world and help with knowledge on biodiversity. Not only citizen scientist, but also professional researchers share their data on this website.
For more info:
For kenya sightings try http://kenya.observado.org/index.php
Regards,
Wouter Bol