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Crested Caracara
Caracara plancus
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Least Concern
Envergure
75,7 cm
Poids
1129,8333333333333 g
Famille
Falconidae
Ordre
Falconiformes
The Crested Caracara (Caracara plancus) is a bird species in the family Falconidae (falcons & caracaras), within the order Falconiformes (falcons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 75.7 cm and a weight of 1.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 75,7 cm | 29.8 in |
| Poids | 1129,8333333333333 g | 39.85 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28-33 days. Fledging: 42-56 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Famille | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Caracara |
| Espèces | Caracara plancus |
Distribution
Crested Caracara has been recorded in 8 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Crested Caracara endangered?
The Crested Caracara has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Crested Caracara nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28-33 days. Fledging: 42-56 days.
How big is the Crested Caracara?
The Crested Caracara has a wingspan of 75.7 cm, weight of 1129.8333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Crested Caracara belong to?
The Crested Caracara (Caracara plancus) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
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