Found in Copper Hill mine, La Plata Canyon
A female and her young, quickly extracted and released safely.
Collected from the ground (without contact) to transfer to a wildlife rehabber, but died within an hour. Disposed of safely.
On pole calling with prey in talons.
prey believed to be a House Sparrow but may also be a Bewick's Wren. Just not certain as both were seen in the yard during this same time.