The image is a photograph of a bird of prey, specifically a hawk, perched on a thin branch. The hawk is facing towards the right side of the image and its head is turned slightly to the left. It has a brown and white speckled pattern on its wings and tail feathers. Its beak is black and its eyes are dark and alert. The branch it is perched on is dark brown and appears to be bare. The background is white, making the hawk stand out.