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Philippine Falconet
Microhierax erythrogenys
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.3 cm
Weight
48.550000000000004 g
Family
Falconidae
Order
Falconiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.3 cm | 8.4 in |
| Weight | 48.550000000000004 g | 1.71 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: O.
Clutch Size
3-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Family | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Microhierax |
| Species | Microhierax erythrogenys |
Distribution
Philippine Falconet has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Philippine Falconet endangered?
The Philippine Falconet has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Philippine Falconet nest?
Nest type: O.
How big is the Philippine Falconet?
The Philippine Falconet has a wingspan of 21.3 cm, weight of 48.550000000000004 g.
What order and family does the Philippine Falconet belong to?
The Philippine Falconet (Microhierax erythrogenys) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
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