Published Date:
01 July 2009
Hawks nesting in a suburb of Boise, Idaho, have begun dive-bombing passers-by to defend their territory.
Locals say the Swainson hawks have returned to the area for years but this time have gone on the offensive.
Experts say the aggressive behaviour is a form of protection for chicks sitting high above in the trees.
The full article contains 59 words and appears in Shields Gazette newspaper.
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Last Updated:
01 July 2009 10:28 AM
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Source:
Shields Gazette
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Location:
South Shields
