What is the red shouldered hawks life cycle?

The red-shouldered hawk's life cycle begins with courtship and nesting, typically occurring in late winter to early spring. The female lays 2 to 5 eggs, which both parents incubate for about 30 to 35 days. Once hatched, the chicks are dependent on their parents for food and care for approximately 6 to 7 weeks before they fledge. After leaving the nest, young hawks continue to rely on their parents for a few more weeks as they learn to hunt and establish their own territories.