New Zealand Falcon

Falco novaeseelandiae

Least Concern

The New Zealand Falcon is a falconid raptor of New Zealand. It hunts from fast flight or exposed perches, taking birds, insects, bats, or small mammals. Strong pointed wings, keen eyesight, and bold territorial behavior help it exploit cliffs, trees, grasslands, farms, wetlands, or coastlines depending on the species.

Family

Falconidae

Group

Falcons and Caracaras

Range

New Zealand Falcon Range — Resident or seasonal range in New Zealand

Population

≈ Unknown

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