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What bird in Northeast Ohio glides and has a white stripe on the underside of each wing?

Asked by lapilofu (4325points) June 9th, 2010

Tonight I saw a bird gliding above me. I only saw it from underneath, but I think it was an owl or possibly a hawk. It had a white stripe under each wing. Any idea what type of bird it was?

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WestRiverrat's avatar

There are several birds that fit that discription. Get a bird book from the Audobon society, or check one out at the library.

LuckyGuy's avatar

You did not supply enough information so here’s a guess: Broad winged hawk.
That will give you a place to start.

lucillelucillelucille's avatar

Possibly a Northern Harrier?

Cruiser's avatar

A night hawk. Fun to watch soar around snapping up bugs late in the evening!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nighthawk

lapilofu's avatar

@Cruiser: Thanks! I’m pretty sure that’s the one I saw!

LyreBirdGirl's avatar

I agree! I too, saw three mysterious birds with the same description. They were migrating as I later discovered. They were night hawks! I was so exited to see them. And if you want a guide I suggest a PETERSON FIELD GUIDE TO BIRDS! It helped me a lot!
Even though Im new to this website, I am not new to birding! :)

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