African Pygmy-falcon
Polihierax semitorquatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="polihierax-semitorquatus"></birdfyi-bird>The African Pygmy-falcon (Polihierax semitorquatus) is a bird species in the family Falconidae (falcons & caracaras), within the order Falconiformes (falcons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.1 cm and a weight of 60.7 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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
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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Similar Birds
Other species in the Falconidae family