About the Taita Falcon
The Taita falcon is a small falcon found in central and eastern Africa. It was first described from the Taita Hills of Kenya from which it derives its name.
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The Taita falcon is a small, rare raptor species. The biology and ecology of this falcon is not well-understood. It is robust, long winged with a short tail, and is adept at aerial hunting. This falcon bears some resemblance to the African hobby, with which it is often confused; however, the white throat and rufous patches on the nape offer a unique characteristic for identification. The wingspan of the males is 202 to 208 mm (8.0 to 8.2 in), and that of females is 229 to 240 mm (9.0 to 9.4 in). Males weigh 212 to 233 g (7.5 to 8.2 oz) and the females 297 to 346 g (10.5 to 12.2 oz).
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Where the Taita Falcon lives
When to see the Taita Falcon
Peak activity in December · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Orange-breasted FalconFalco deiroleucusMale orange-breasted falcons are 35 to 36 cm (14 to 14 in) long and weigh 325 to 425 g (11 to 15 oz).
Seychelles KestrelFalco araeusIt is the smallest of the kestrels, 18–23 cm long with a wingspan of 40–45 cm.
Banded KestrelFalco zoniventrisThe banded kestrel is a bird of prey belonging to the falcon family Falconidae.
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