Plumbeous Forest-falcon vs Peregrine Falcon
Micrastur plumbeus dibandingkan dengan Falco peregrinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Atribut | Plumbeous Forest-falcon | Peregrine Falcon |
|---|---|---|
| Nama Ilmiah | Micrastur plumbeus | Falco peregrinus |
| Ordo | Falconiformes | Falconiformes |
| Famili | Falconidae | Falconidae |
| Status Konservasi | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Panjang | — | 43,0 cm (16.9 in) |
| Rentang Sayap | 34,6 cm (13.6 in) | 104,0 cm (40.9 in) |
| Berat | 188,25 g (6.64 oz) | 750,0 g (26.46 oz) |
| Diet | -- | Almost exclusively medium-sized birds caught in flight, including pigeons, doves, waterfowl, and songbirds. Hunts with … |
| Ukuran Sarang | -- | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Habitat Bersama
None
Plumbeous Forest-falcon only
Peregrine Falcon only
Peregrine Falcon
Diverse habitats from tundra to tropics, typically near cliffs or tall structures. Increasingly found in cities nesting on skyscrapers and bridges.
Song & Call Comparison
Plumbeous Forest-falcon
Peregrine Falcon
A harsh, wailing 'kak-kak-kak-kak' repeated rapidly in defense of the nest. Alarm call is a long screaming 'raaak'. Mostly silent away from breeding sites.
Geographic Range & Migration
Plumbeous Forest-falcon
Peregrine Falcon
One of the most widespread birds, found on every continent except Antarctica. Migratory populations travel vast distances between breeding and wintering grounds.
Status Konservasi
Plumbeous Forest-falcon
Peregrine Falcon
How to Tell Them Apart
Plumbeous Forest-falcon
Peregrine Falcon
Blue-grey upperparts with barred white underparts. A distinctive black moustachial stripe contrasts with the white throat and cheeks.
Short, notched blue-grey bill with a yellow cere
About These Birds
Peregrine Falcon
The peregrine falcon is the fastest animal on Earth, reaching speeds over 389 km/h during its characteristic hunting stoop. Like the bald eagle, peregrines suffered dramatic declines from DDT but have recovered through intensive conservation programs. They have adapted remarkably well to urban environments.