Merlin vs Banded Kestrel
Falco columbarius comparé à Falco zoniventris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribut | Merlin | Banded Kestrel |
|---|---|---|
| Nom scientifique | Falco columbarius | Falco zoniventris |
| Ordre | Falconiformes | Falconiformes |
| Famille | Falconidae | Falconidae |
| Statut de conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Longueur | — | — |
| Envergure | 39,9 cm (15.7 in) | 43,8 cm (17.2 in) |
| Poids | 193,0 g (6.81 oz) | 198,0 g (6.98 oz) |
| Régime alimentaire | -- | -- |
| Taille de la couvée | 3-6 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
Merlin
Least Concern
Banded Kestrel
About These Birds
Banded Kestrel
The Banded Kestrel is a medium-sized falcon of the family Falconidae endemic to Madagascar, where it inhabits forest and woodland. Weighing about 198g with a wingspan of 43.8cm, it has barred underparts that give it its name. It hunts insects, lizards, and small vertebrates from elevated perches.