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New Zealand Falcon

Falco novaeseelandiae

Least Concern
Wingspan
52.4 cm
Weight
443.0 g
Family
Falconidae
Order
Falconiformes

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 52.4 cm 20.6 in
Weight 443.0 g 15.63 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Nesting

Incubation: 29-35 days. Fledging: 32-35 days.

Clutch Size

2-4

Taxonomy

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

Distribution

New Zealand Falcon has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the New Zealand Falcon endangered?
The New Zealand Falcon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the New Zealand Falcon nest?
Incubation: 29-35 days. Fledging: 32-35 days.
How big is the New Zealand Falcon?
The New Zealand Falcon has a wingspan of 52.4 cm, weight of 443.0 g.
What order and family does the New Zealand Falcon belong to?
The New Zealand Falcon (Falco novaeseelandiae) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.

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