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Seychelles Kestrel
Falco araeus
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Vulnerable
Envergure
30,4 cm
Poids
80,5 g
Famille
Falconidae
Ordre
Falconiformes
The Seychelles Kestrel (Falco araeus) is a bird species in the family Falconidae (falcons & caracaras), within the order Falconiformes (falcons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.4 cm and a weight of 80.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 30,4 cm | 12.0 in |
| Poids | 80,5 g | 2.84 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV,O. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 35-42 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Famille | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Falco |
| Espèces | Falco araeus |
Distribution
Seychelles Kestrel has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Seychelles Kestrel endangered?
The Seychelles Kestrel has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How does the Seychelles Kestrel nest?
Nest type: CV,O. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 35-42 days.
How big is the Seychelles Kestrel?
The Seychelles Kestrel has a wingspan of 30.4 cm, weight of 80.5 g.
What order and family does the Seychelles Kestrel belong to?
The Seychelles Kestrel (Falco araeus) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
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