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| American Kestrel
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| Falco sparverius
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Copyright by: Beryn Harty, 2022. Male bird.
| Description: |
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A medium-sized bird measuring up to 12 inches in length. Rufous back and tail, two blck stripes on the face, and a short, curved bill . |
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Breeds and winters in North America, Central America, South America, and the West Indies. |
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Open areas such as meadows, grasslands, deserts, parks, farmlands, and urban and suburban areas. |
| Reproduction: |
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1 to 7 white-yellwo eggs are laid in a tree cavity, bird box, or building. |
| Natural History: |
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This species preys mainly on House Sparrows (Passer domesticus). |
| Food: |
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This species feeds on large insects, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds. |
| Comments: |
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Can be found in South Florida year round. |
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