While at work today, in the middle of a snow storm, my co-workers and I discovered two Northern Harriers (also known as Marsh Hawks) perched on a birch tree in front of the library.

The two raptors stayed there with their backs against the wind, seeking shelter between the buildings of the courtyard for at least and hour or so. They were only about 15 feet off the ground, and weren’t minding the human onlookers at all. Of course after seeing them, I just had to run back inside and grab a camera.

Neat pictures of the Marsh Hawks, Jon. Very good photography!
Great photos. There are not too many places where your work environment offers a chance to see nature like that. Glad you took the photos and shared them with the rest of us on your blog.