Banded Kestrel
Falco zoniventris
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<birdfyi-bird slug="falco-zoniventris"></birdfyi-bird>The Banded Kestrel (Falco zoniventris) is a bird species in the family Falconidae (falcons & caracaras), within the order Falconiformes (falcons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 43.8 cm and a weight of 198 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Banded Kestrel is a medium-sized falcon of the family Falconidae endemic to Madagascar, where it inhabits forest and woodland. Weighing about 198g with a wingspan of 43.8cm, it has barred underparts that give it its name. It hunts insects, lizards, and small vertebrates from elevated perches.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 43.8 cm | 17.2 in |
| Weight | 198.0 g | 6.98 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CV,SC.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Family | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Falco |
| Species | Falco zoniventris |
Distribution
Banded Kestrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Falconidae family