November 17, 2018

Location: Mt Dora, Lake Apopka North Shore Restoration Area

I am known as a Merlin
I'm a fast flier with strong wingbeats.
In silhouette you can see that I'm stocky and thick
Must be from all the small birds that I eats.

Sources: Audubon Guide to North American Birds - Merlin

Photo and text © 2018 Dee Fairbanks Simpson