Falco cenchroides
(Nankeen kestrel, Australian kestrel, Hoverer)
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FAMILY |
Falconidae |
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Species |
Falco cenchroides |
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Common name |
Nankeen kestrel, Australian kestrel, Hoverer |
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Main colour |
Rufous with white |
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Distinctive feature |
Black band on tail; size 30-35 cm |
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Campus |
Townsville |
Description
This bird can sometimes be seen overflying the campus. In flight the wings are pointed and the tail displays a broad black band, larger in the female than the male; wingspan 60-80 cm. The male is rufous-coloured on the back and wings with the underparts white, head is grey, the female has a rufous-coloured body. Legs and feet are yellow, eyes black and the bill is dark grey.
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