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American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

Photo by CynthiaMHori
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Field Notes

Description:

Small hawk. Rufous back and tail. Two dark mustache marks on face. The American Kestrel is the most common falcon in North America. It is found from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, and in towns as well as wild lands.

Habitat:

Breeds in a variety of open habitats, including meadows, grasslands, deserts, parkland, agricultural fields, urban and suburban areas.

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