Merlin vs Banded Kestrel
Falco columbarius compared with Falco zoniventris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Merlin | Banded Kestrel |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Falco columbarius | Falco zoniventris |
| Order | Falconiformes | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falconidae | Falconidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 39.9 cm (15.7 in) | 43.8 cm (17.2 in) |
| Weight | 193.0 g (6.81 oz) | 198.0 g (6.98 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Merlin
Least Concern
Banded Kestrel
About These Birds
Banded Kestrel
The Banded Kestrel is a medium-sized falcon of the family Falconidae endemic to Madagascar, where it inhabits forest and woodland. Weighing about 198g with a wingspan of 43.8cm, it has barred underparts that give it its name. It hunts insects, lizards, and small vertebrates from elevated perches.