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FALCONS

American Kestrel
  • The American Kestrel is the smallest (robin-sized) falcon found in the U.S.
  • Feeds mainly on mice and insects.
  • One of the few falcons that "hovers" over its prey.
  • Fequently seen hovering or perched on electric lines along roadsides.
  • One of the few raptors that exhibits sexual dimorphism (sexes have different plumages).
  • As falconry birds they are high maintence and difficult to train. Not recommended as a first bird.
  • Can be trained to fly to a lure and hunt sparrows and starlings

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