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Falco longipennis

Photographer: Peg McDonald

Description

Distribution

Type:

A small, fast falcon, similar in size to the Nankeen Kestrel but more robust. Hunts small birds, insectivorous bats and insects, and is active around dusk and after dark.

Fairly common and widespread throughout Australia.
Diurnal

Chick

Photographer: Peg McDonald

Fledgling

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Juvenile

Photographer: Catherine Wroe

Juvenile

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Adult

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Wingspan:


~ 76cm 

 Body Length:

~ 33cm

 Weight: 

Male: ~ 1000g

Female: ~ 1200g