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A hawk taking flight

While visiting Monticello, I watched a hawk overlooking the estate. Suddenly,he launched off the rooftop with such purpose, gliding down towards the forest.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2022
Date Uploaded: 11.2023
Photo Location: Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D3300
Copyright: © Samantha Moy