Amur Falcon vs Slaty-backed Forest-falcon
Falco amurensis compared with Micrastur mirandollei
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Amur Falcon | Slaty-backed Forest-falcon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Falco amurensis | Micrastur mirandollei |
| Order | Falconiformes | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falconidae | Falconidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 46.8 cm (18.4 in) | 46.4 cm (18.3 in) |
| Weight | 137.75 g (4.86 oz) | 506.5 g (17.87 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Amur Falcon only
Slaty-backed Forest-falcon only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Amur Falcon
Least Concern
Slaty-backed Forest-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.