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Nankeen Kestrel

Falco cenchroides

Least Concern
Wingspan
49.9 cm
Weight
176.0 g
Family
Falconidae
Order
Falconiformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 49.9 cm 19.6 in
Weight 176.0 g 6.21 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: PL,O. Incubation: 26-29 days. Fledging: 28-35 days.

Clutch Size

1-6

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Falconiformes (Falcons)
Family Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras)
Genus Falco
Species Falco cenchroides

Distribution

Nankeen Kestrel has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Nankeen Kestrel endangered?
The Nankeen Kestrel has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Nankeen Kestrel nest?
Nest type: PL,O. Incubation: 26-29 days. Fledging: 28-35 days.
How big is the Nankeen Kestrel?
The Nankeen Kestrel has a wingspan of 49.9 cm, weight of 176.0 g.
What order and family does the Nankeen Kestrel belong to?
The Nankeen Kestrel (Falco cenchroides) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.

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