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Red-footed Falcon
Falco vespertinus
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
47.6 cm
Weight
163.75 g
Family
Falconidae
Order
Falconiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 47.6 cm | 18.7 in |
| Weight | 163.75 g | 5.78 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: O. Incubation: 27-28 days. Fledging: 27-30 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Family | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Falco |
| Species | Falco vespertinus |
Distribution
Red-footed Falcon has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Red-footed Falcon endangered?
The Red-footed Falcon has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Red-footed Falcon nest?
Nest type: O. Incubation: 27-28 days. Fledging: 27-30 days.
How big is the Red-footed Falcon?
The Red-footed Falcon has a wingspan of 47.6 cm, weight of 163.75 g.
What order and family does the Red-footed Falcon belong to?
The Red-footed Falcon (Falco vespertinus) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Falconidae family
African Hobby
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Least Concern
African Pygmy-falcon
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Least Concern
American Kestrel
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Least Concern
Amur Falcon
Falco amurensis
Least Concern
Aplomado Falcon
Falco femoralis
Least Concern
Australian Hobby
Falco longipennis
Least Concern
Banded Kestrel
Falco zoniventris
Least Concern
Barred Forest-falcon
Micrastur ruficollis
Least Concern