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Mountain Caracara
Phalcoboenus megalopterus
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Least Concern
Envergure
74,4 cm
Poids
790,0 g
Famille
Falconidae
Ordre
Falconiformes
The Mountain Caracara (Phalcoboenus megalopterus) is a bird species in the family Falconidae (falcons & caracaras), within the order Falconiformes (falcons). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 74.4 cm and a weight of 790 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 74,4 cm | 29.3 in |
| Poids | 790,0 g | 27.87 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 35-40 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Falconiformes (Falcons) |
| Famille | Falconidae (Falcons & Caracaras) |
| Genus | Phalcoboenus |
| Espèces | Phalcoboenus megalopterus |
Distribution
Mountain Caracara has been recorded in 3 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Mountain Caracara endangered?
The Mountain Caracara has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Mountain Caracara nest?
Incubation: 35-40 days.
How big is the Mountain Caracara?
The Mountain Caracara has a wingspan of 74.4 cm, weight of 790.0 g.
What order and family does the Mountain Caracara belong to?
The Mountain Caracara (Phalcoboenus megalopterus) belongs to the order Falconiformes and the family Falconidae.
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