Montagu's Harrier

[Graskian]

How can this be a Montagu's Harrier without a white upper rump?

Furthermore, the bird is very dark underneath. I'm pretty sure this is a Marsh Harrier.

best regards

[paulhindess]

@Graskian Hi the bird is a melanistic Montagu's Harrier, it is fairly common in montys and they are sometimes refered to as dark morph birds

hope that helps

regards

Paul