Aplomado Falcon
Falco femoralis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="falco-femoralis"></birdfyi-bird>The Aplomado Falcon (Falco femoralis) is a bird species in the family Falconidae (falken und karakaras), within the order Falconiformes (falken). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 49 cm and a weight of 328.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The Aplomado Falcon is a slender, medium-sized falcon weighing around 328 grams with a wingspan of about 49 cm, found from the southwestern United States through South America. It hunts birds and insects in open grasslands, savannas, and marshes, often cooperating with its mate to flush and pursue prey. Its striking black-and-white facial pattern and rufous breast band make it one of the most elegant falcons of the Americas.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 49,0 cm | 19.3 in |
| Gewicht | 328,25 g | 11.58 oz |
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Nistverhalten
Nest type: O. Incubation: 31-32 days. Fledging: 28-35 days.
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Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Falconiformes (Falken) |
| Familie | Falconidae (Falken und Karakaras) |
| Genus | Falco |
| Arten | Falco femoralis |
Distribution
Aplomado Falcon has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Other species in the Falconidae family