Sooty Falcon

Falco concolor

Vulnerable

The Sooty Falcon is a falconid raptor of Arabia, the Horn of Africa, and nearby drylands. 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

Sooty Falcon Range — Resident or seasonal range in Arabia, the Horn of Africa, and nearby drylands

Population

≈ 6K-15K

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