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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Falconiformes Falconidae

Pygmy Falcon

Polihierax semitorquatus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
20 cm
Body Mass
61.5 g
Diet
Vertebrates
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 92

Apex raptor equipped with razor-sharp talons and curved beak, applying devastating dive kinetic energy (ATK 92).

DEF 57

Dense plumage insulation and vigilant aerial positioning reducing ground strike vulnerability (DEF 57).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: Eastern & Southern Habitat: Shrubland & Scrub
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Polihierax semitorquatus castanonotus

    s Sudan and Ethiopia to c Tanzania

  • Polihierax semitorquatus semitorquatus

    s Angola to nw South Africa

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Polihierax semitorquatus

Which family does it belong to?

Caracaras, Falcons (Falconidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: Eastern & Southern

Sources & credits

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