Are Jacks considered easy prey for male red-tailed hawks to catch and kill?

The assertion that Jacks are considered easy prey for male red-tailed hawks to catch and kill is incorrect. Male red-tailed hawks typically target prey that is manageable in size and difficulty for them to hunt and capture. Jacks, which generally refer to young male rabbits or specific types of fish depending on the context, can present challenges due to their size, agility, or other factors that make them harder to catch.

In prey selection, hawks tend to prefer animals that are more vulnerable to their hunting methods, including small mammals or birds that do not possess strong evasive capabilities. Since Jacks can be more nimble or difficult for hawks to successfully pursue, they are not considered easy prey. This preference influences the hunting success rates of hawks and their ability to sustain themselves.