Taita Falcon

Falco fasciinucha

Vulnerable

The Taita Falcon is a falconid raptor of sub-Saharan Africa. 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

Taita Falcon Range — Resident or seasonal range in sub-Saharan Africa

Population

≈ 1K-2K

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