We have what look to be hawks with white wing bands here in Phoenix. What are they called?

Question

We have what look to be hawks with white wing bands here in Phoenix. What are they called?

Answer 1

How big and how common are they?  White-wing doves are common.  Check out a copy of the Audubon Field Guide to Western Birds at the library and check the pictures and maps.

Answer 2

If you mean a white band on the tail, with darker colors up top and chocolate on the chest, you are talking about a Harris Hawk. Read about them. They are awesome.

Answer 3

monsters

Answer 4

Could they be magpies? These European birds have been imported to many places where they have thrived.