Australian Raptor Care and Conservation Inc

Black Falcon

Falco subniger


Photographer: Peg McDonald

Description

Distribution

Type:

An active falcon that is fast and fierce. Mostly hunts birds but also mammals, large insects and will take carrion.

Widespread across Australia, though uncommon; is seasonally migratory.
Diurnal

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Wingspan:


~ 105cm 

 Body Length:

~ 50cm

 Weight: 

Male: ~ 1000g

Female: ~ 1200g


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