Merlin vs Red-throated Caracara
Falco columbarius compared with Ibycter americanus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Merlin | Red-throated Caracara |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Falco columbarius | Ibycter americanus |
| Order | Falconiformes | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falconidae | Falconidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 39.9 cm (15.7 in) | 72.0 cm (28.3 in) |
| Weight | 193.0 g (6.81 oz) | 595.0 g (20.99 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Merlin
Least Concern