Collared forest-falcon / Kappenwaldfalke (Micrastur semitorquatus)
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Collared forest falcon awaits dinner at Zetzo bat cave near Ixpujil. 2023-04-03 18:00:06 Yucatan
Observations
Only documented observation: 2023-04-03Description
Classification: Genus Micrastur (Micrastur); Family Falconidae (Falconidae)General:
The collared forest falcon (Micrastur semitorquatus) is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae. It is the largest member of the Micrastur genus and a common inhabitant of tropical rainforests in Latin America.[2] Hiding in the dense forest canopy, they are a secretive bird often only recognized by their distinctive call. With a morphology or body type allowing them to be agile in their forested habitat, their diet comprises a wide variety of prey from smaller frogs (20 g) to adult turkeys (2.7-3.2 kg).[3]
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