The Cooper's Hawk has a distinctive call that is most often described as a series of sharp, repetitive "kek-kek-kek" sounds. This call is usually fast-paced and high-pitched, and it’s commonly used during the breeding season or when the bird is feeling threatened. Both males and females make this call, but it is often louder and more frequent when defending their territory or nest.
In addition to the "kek" call, Cooper's Hawks also produce a softer, more whistling sound, usually heard when they are near their nest or communicating with their young. These vocalizations play an essential role in their interactions, helping to attract mates, communicate with chicks, and alert other birds to potential dangers.
In addition to the "kek" call, Cooper's Hawks also produce a softer, more whistling sound, usually heard when they are near their nest or communicating with their young. These vocalizations play an essential role in their interactions, helping to attract mates, communicate with chicks, and alert other birds to potential dangers.
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00:00The most common call of the cooper hawk is a rapid, repetitive kkkk sound.
00:05This call is typically loud and high-pitched, and it serves several purposes.
00:30The kkk call is frequently used by both male and female cooper hawks to signal that they
00:45are protecting their territory from intruders.
00:48This warning call is a way to establish boundaries and to deter other hawks or predators from
00:54entering their domain.
01:16During the breeding season, male often use the kkk call as part of their courtship display
01:21to attract the male.
01:23This call helps to reinforce pair bonds and can also signal to the female that the male
01:53The intensity and speed of the kkk call can vary depending on the situation.
02:11When the bird is highly agitated or feels threatened, the call becomes faster and more
02:15urgent.
02:16In a stressful situation, the call is delivered at a more relaxed pace.
02:44The male cooper hawks tend to have a high-pitched and slightly faster kkk call compared to the
02:49female.
02:50During courtship, the male often calls while flying near the nest right or when approaching
02:55the female to offer her food.
03:55The female version of the call is generally lower-pitched and slightly slower.
04:15She primarily uses it to communicate with her mate or to warn of threats to her nest,
04:20especially when chicks are present.
04:50Cooper hawks also have a softer, more agitated and more agitated call than the female.
05:20The female may also use the whistling call to alert their mate that she is ready for
05:42food delivery to the nest or to communicate with her chicks.
06:20The female version of the call is generally lower-pitched and slightly slower.
06:46The chicks may also produce a begging call when they are hungry which is usually a high-pitched
07:16repetitive sound directed at the parents.
07:42When a cooper hawk senses immediate danger or the presence of a predator near its nest
07:47or territory, it will emit a sharp and louder version of the kkk call.
08:17The female version of the call is generally lower-pitched and slightly slower.
08:48This is a clear alarm call meant to startle or intimidate the intruder,
08:58signaling that the hawk is ready to defend its nest aggressively.
09:59The cooper hawk sometimes vocalizes while in flight, especially during the breeding season,
10:04when performing courtship display. The kkk calls made during this display tend to be more
10:09rhythmic and continuous, highlighting the boar's presence and availability to potential mates.
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11:27The calls of the cooper hawks are essential tools for communication and survival. Understanding
11:32these calls can help birdwatchers and ornithologists identify the presence of
11:37cooper hawks in the wild.
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13:12As well as their behavior, such as whether they are courting, nesting, or defending their territory.
13:26These calls are integral to the cooper hawk's interactions and survival strategy,
13:31playing a vital role in their breeding success and priority maintenance.
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