Pygmy Falcon

Caracaras, Falcons 👁 445 views Updated 2026-11-01

Pygmy Falcon (<em>Polihierax semitorquatus</em>) is a species of Caracaras, Falcons (<em>Falconidae</em>) in the order Falcons and Allies.

Overview

Pygmy Falcon (Polihierax semitorquatus) is a species of Caracaras, Falcons (Falconidae) in the order Falcons and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Polihierax; binomial: Polihierax semitorquatus; authority: (Smith, A, 1836).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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