Unlike most other hawks, male and female northern harriers are very different in appearance. Adult males are bluish-gray, while females and immature males are a rich brownish color.

Northern harriers use their flat faces for the same reason, too: to improve their hearing. However, the northern harrier is one of the many types of hawks in New York.

3. Northern Harrier When it comes to identifying the northern harrier, you may find yourself doing a double-take while hawk-watching.

The aurora borealis will shine on June 24-25. Here's which states will see the northern lights and what time is best to view the northern lights.