- Falcon - Wikipedia
Falcons ( ˈfɒlkən, ˈfɔːl -, ˈfæl - ) are birds of prey in the genus Falco, which includes about 40 species
- 8 Types of Falcons in North America - Wildlife Informer
Falcons live all over the world, and there are as many as 35 species of true falcons in the genus falco of the family Falconidae (which includes hawks and other birds of prey) This article, however, will focus on the eight types of falcons that can be found in North America 1 American kestrel
- Falcon | Bird of Prey, Hunting Migration | Britannica
Falcon, any of nearly 60 species of hawks of the family Falconidae (order Falconiformes), diurnal birds of prey characterized by long, pointed wings and swift, powerful flight The name is applied in a restricted sense, as true falcons, to the genus Falco, which numbers more than 35 species
- 19 Different Types of Falcons With Facts and Photos - Wildlife Explained
Falcons are highly specialized carnivores that actively hunt for prey which include reptiles, rodents, insects, smaller birds, and small vertebrates They are the largest genus in the family Falconidae, and their genus is called Falco
- 7 Types of Falcons Found in the United States! (2025)
Below is a list of the 7 types of falcons in the United States! Make sure to pay attention to the range maps to see which falcons live near you! For each species, I have included a few photographs, along with their most common sounds, to help you identify any birds you are lucky enough to observe
- All The Falcons In Texas And Their Calls (ID, Photos, When To Spot)
Eight of the eleven types of Falcons found in North America have been spotted in Texas Six of these are regularly occurring (common) and two are rare or accidental species in the state The common types are the American Kestrel, Crested Caracara, Merlin, Peregrine Falcon, Apolodo Falcon, and Prairie Falcon
- Falcon - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
Falcons are raptors, or birds of prey, with sharp talons on their feet, and sharp curved beaks They are incredibly skilled predators on the wing, and their narrow wings enable them to maneuver perfectly in the air There are approximately 40 different species of these birds, all in the taxonomic genus Falco
- Falcon Facts, Types, Classification, Habitat, Diet, Adaptations, Pictures
Falcons are any of the diurnal birds of prey belonging to the family Falconidae, distinguished by their thin, tapered wings Known for their amazing flying abilities, they possess plumes or ‘flags’ on the legs and have a small projection in their beak that is developed into a ‘tooth’
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