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Taita Falcon

Falco fasciinucha

Vulnerable
Wingspan
41.6 cm
Weight
261.0 g
Family
Falconidae
Order
Falconiformes
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Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 41.6 cm 16.4 in
Weight 261.0 g 9.21 oz

Conservation Status

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Nest type: O,SC. Incubation: 31-33 days. Fledging: 42 days.

Clutch Size

2-4

Taxonomy

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

Distribution

Taita Falcon has been recorded in 2 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Taita Falcon endangered?
The Taita Falcon has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Taita Falcon nest?
Nest type: O,SC. Incubation: 31-33 days. Fledging: 42 days.
How big is the Taita Falcon?
The Taita Falcon has a wingspan of 41.6 cm, weight of 261.0 g.
What order and family does the Taita Falcon belong to?
The Taita Falcon (Falco fasciinucha) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.

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