Black Falcon
Falco subniger
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<birdfyi-bird slug="falco-subniger"></birdfyi-bird>The Black Falcon (Falco subniger) is a bird species in the family Falconidae (falcons & caracaras), within the order Falconiformes (falcons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 75 cm and a weight of 725.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
The Black Falcon is a large, uniformly dark-brown to blackish raptor with a streamlined build and long, pointed wings adapted for high-speed aerial pursuit. It is endemic to Australia, inhabiting open plains, lightly timbered grasslands, and arid scrublands, particularly in the interior. It hunts birds and large insects with remarkable speed and agility, often taking prey in flight.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 75.0 cm | 29.5 in |
| Weight | 725.25 g | 25.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: O. Incubation: 34 days. Fledging: 38-49 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Family | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Falco |
| Species | Falco subniger |
Distribution
Black Falcon has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Falconidae family