Bat Falcon (Falco rufigularis) — Least Concern Aves

Bat Falcon

Falco rufigularis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Falconiformes · Falconidae

About

The bat falcon is a bird of prey in the family Falconidae, the falcons and caracaras. It is found in Mexico, Central America, Trinidad, and every mainland South American country except Chile and Uruguay.

Fun Fact

In elevation it mostly ranges from sea level to about 1,700 m (5,600 ft) with a single record in Bolivia at about 3,250 m (10,700 ft).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs at the forest edge, in gallery forest, on wooded savanna, on cleared land with some remaining trees, and even in suburban and urban areas.

Diet

Consumed, varying from 66% to 96% in various studies, and birds made up between 32% and 85% of the vertebrates.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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