Greater Kestrel

Caracaras, Falcons 👁 352 views Updated 2026-11-01

Greater Kestrel (<em>Falco rupicoloides</em>) is a species of Caracaras, Falcons (<em>Falconidae</em>) in the order Falcons and Allies.

Overview

Greater Kestrel (Falco rupicoloides) is a species of Caracaras, Falcons (Falconidae) in the order Falcons and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Falco; binomial: Falco rupicoloides; authority: Smith, A, 1829.

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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