Amur Falcon vs Aplomado Falcon
Falco amurensis compared with Falco femoralis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Amur Falcon | Aplomado Falcon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Falco amurensis | Falco femoralis |
| Order | Falconiformes | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falconidae | Falconidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 46.8 cm (18.4 in) | 49.0 cm (19.3 in) |
| Weight | 137.75 g (4.86 oz) | 328.25 g (11.58 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Amur Falcon
Least Concern
Aplomado Falcon
About These Birds
Amur Falcon
The Amur Falcon is a slender migratory raptor with a 46.8 cm wingspan and weighing around 138 grams. It breeds in eastern Asia and undertakes one of the longest migrations of any falcon, wintering in southern Africa. It feeds largely on insects caught on the wing.
Aplomado Falcon
The Aplomado Falcon is a slender, medium-sized falcon weighing around 328 grams with a wingspan of about 49 cm, found from the southwestern United States through South America. It hunts birds and insects in open grasslands, savannas, and marshes, often cooperating with its mate to flush and pursue prey. Its striking black-and-white facial pattern and rufous breast band make it one of the most elegant falcons of the Americas.