A hawk's vision is incredibly sharp and can spot prey from a great distance. Depending on the type of hawk and the weather conditions, they can see up to 8 times farther than humans. On average, hawks can see prey from a distance of 300 to 500 feet while flying at an altitude of 1,000 to 2,000 feet. However, some species of hawks have been known to spot prey from up to a mile away.