Error message
Unable to fetch location details at this time.
merlin falcon
Falco columbarius
29.7589, -95.3677
Field Notes
Habitat:
Prairies and open areas
Notes:
Merlins are a small-sized falcon, about the size of a Sharp-shinned Hawk. Adult males are slate-blue above, females and immatures brown. Their prey consists primarily of birds. Bear Creek Park has been a very reliable location in recent years to find Merlins. Often several Merlins may be found there at one time.
Reference Links:
Merlin (bird)
Species ID Suggestions
Spotted for Missions
Photographed
PublishedFebruary 27, 2012
Comments (3)