African Hobby
Falco cuvierii
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Least Concern
Wingspan
45.3 cm
Weight
178.25 g
Family
Falconidae
Order
Falconiformes
About
The African Hobby is a compact falcon of the Falconidae family, sporting a wingspan of about 45 cm. It is an agile aerial hunter found across sub-Saharan Africa, pursuing insects and small birds with swift, dashing flight.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 45.3 cm | 17.8 in |
| Weight | 178.25 g | 6.29 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: O. Incubation: 30 days. Fledging: 30 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Family | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Falco |
| Species | Falco cuvierii |
Distribution
African Hobby has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the African Hobby endangered?
The African Hobby has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Hobby nest?
Nest type: O. Incubation: 30 days. Fledging: 30 days.
How big is the African Hobby?
The African Hobby has a wingspan of 45.3 cm, weight of 178.25 g.
What order and family does the African Hobby belong to?
The African Hobby (Falco cuvierii) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
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