African Pygmy-falcon
Polihierax semitorquatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
23.1 cm
Weight
60.7 g
Family
Falconidae
Order
Falconiformes
About
The African Pygmy-falcon is one of Africa's smallest raptors, with a wingspan of about 23 cm and a weight of around 61 g. It inhabits dry savannas and thornbush, often nesting in the large communal nests of weaver birds, and hunts lizards and large insects.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.1 cm | 9.1 in |
| Weight | 60.7 g | 2.14 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: O. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 27-40 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Family | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Polihierax |
| Species | Polihierax semitorquatus |
Distribution
African Pygmy-falcon has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the African Pygmy-falcon endangered?
The African Pygmy-falcon has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the African Pygmy-falcon nest?
Nest type: O. Incubation: 28-30 days. Fledging: 27-40 days.
How big is the African Pygmy-falcon?
The African Pygmy-falcon has a wingspan of 23.1 cm, weight of 60.7 g.
What order and family does the African Pygmy-falcon belong to?
The African Pygmy-falcon (Polihierax semitorquatus) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
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