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Merlin
Falco columbarius
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Least Concern
Flügelspannweite
39,9 cm
Gewicht
193,0 g
Familie
Falconidae
Ordnung
Falconiformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 39,9 cm | 15.7 in |
| Gewicht | 193,0 g | 6.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: CV,O,SC. Incubation: 28-32 days. Fledging: 28-32 days.
Gelegegröße
3-6
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Falconiformes (Falken) |
| Familie | Falconidae (Falken und Karakaras) |
| Genus | Falco |
| Arten | Falco columbarius |
Distribution
Merlin has been recorded in 9 countries.
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Vorhanden
Not recorded
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External Databases
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Is the Merlin endangered?
The Merlin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Merlin nest?
Nest type: CV,O,SC. Incubation: 28-32 days. Fledging: 28-32 days.
How big is the Merlin?
The Merlin has a wingspan of 39.9 cm, weight of 193.0 g.
What order and family does the Merlin belong to?
The Merlin (Falco columbarius) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
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