American Kestrel

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The American Kestrel is North America's smallest and most colorful falcon, a widespread and agile predator of insects and small vertebrates found in open habitats.

Where to spot

Open country, grasslands, agricultural areas, urban parks, and woodland edges across North, Central, and South America.

How to spot

Look for its small size, rufous back, blue-grey wings (male), and distinctive double black 'mustache' stripes on its face. Often seen perched on power lines or hovering over fields.

When to spot

Active during the day, particularly during morning and late afternoon. Observable year-round, though northern populations migrate south for winter.

Where to spot

Open country, grasslands, agricultural areas, urban parks, and woodland edges across North, Central, and South America.

How to spot

Look for its small size, rufous back, blue-grey wings (male), and distinctive double black 'mustache' stripes on its face. Often seen perched on power lines or hovering over fields.

When to spot

Active during the day, particularly during morning and late afternoon. Observable year-round, though northern populations migrate south for winter.

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Despite its small size, it's a formidable hunter, known for its distinctive head bobbing when perched and its ability to hover motionless in the air while hunting.

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