African Hobby vs Bat Falcon
Falco cuvierii compared with Falco rufigularis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Hobby | Bat Falcon |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Falco cuvierii | Falco rufigularis |
| Order | Falconiformes | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falconidae | Falconidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 45.3 cm (17.8 in) | 39.8 cm (15.7 in) |
| Weight | 178.25 g (6.29 oz) | 169.25 g (5.97 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Hobby
Least Concern
Bat Falcon
About These Birds
African Hobby
The African Hobby is a compact falcon of the Falconidae family, sporting a wingspan of about 45 cm. It is an agile aerial hunter found across sub-Saharan Africa, pursuing insects and small birds with swift, dashing flight.
Bat Falcon
The Bat Falcon is a compact, fast-flying falcon found from Mexico through Central and South America to Argentina. It has slate-black upperparts, a rufous breast and belly, and a distinctive white throat patch. As its name suggests, it specializes in hunting bats at dusk, as well as swifts, swallows, and large insects caught in aerial pursuit.