Female American Kestrel (a.k.a. Sparrow Hawk; Falco sparverius) - Joe Overstreet Road, Kenansville, Florida
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Female American Kestrel (a.k.a. Sparrow Hawk; Falco sparverius) - Joe Overstreet Road, Kenansville, Florida
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AMERICAN KESTREL
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The attached photo showcases a male American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) perched elegantly on a wax palm in the forests near Cajamarca, Colombia. The vibrant plumage of the kestrel contrasts beautifully with the lush greenery of the wax palm, highlighting the bird's distinctive features such as its blue-grey wings, rufous back, and spotted underparts. This particular setting is unique as kestrels are rarely seen perched on wax palms, adding a special Colombian touch to the image.
From a photography perspective, capturing this image involved careful observation and patience. The lighting was perfect, with the soft, natural light emphasizing the bird's vivid colors and intricate details. The challenge was to frame the kestrel in a way that showcases its natural habitat while maintaining a balanced composition. This photo not only represents the beauty of the American Kestrel but also underscores the importance of preserving Colombia's unique ecosystems, including the threatened wax palms.
©2020 Adam Rainoff Photographer
This photograph captures a pair of American Kestrels (Falco sparverius) perched on a wax palm in the lush forests near Cajamarca, Colombia. The image highlights the vibrant plumage of these kestrels against the green backdrop of the Andean landscape. The composition emphasizes the unique interplay of light and shadow, enhancing the rich colors and textures of the birds and their natural setting. The wax palm, an iconic feature of Colombia's montane ecosystems, adds an element of local significance, underscoring the region's biodiversity.
From a photography perspective, capturing this moment required patience and a deep understanding of the kestrels' behavior. The use of a telephoto lens allowed for detailed close-ups without disturbing the birds. The soft, diffused lighting conditions helped in rendering the fine details and vibrant hues of the kestrels' plumage. This image not only showcases the beauty of the American Kestrel but also serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving their natural habitats.
©2020 Adam Rainoff Photographer
Foto tomada en Reserva Nacional Los Cipreses
Costa Rica 17-03-2022
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Aves
Order:Falconiformes
Family:Falconidae
Genus:Falco
Species:F. sparverius
Binomial name
Falco sparverius
Size mass
80 to 165 g
2.82 to 5.81 oz
Length
22 to 31 cm
8.66 to 12.20 in
Wingspan
51 to 61 cm
20.08 to 24.02 in
The smallest falcon in the Americas, the kestrel is also the most familiar and widespread in North America. In open country it is commonly seen perched on roadside wires, or hovering low over a field on rapidly beating wings, waiting to pounce on a grasshopper. Kestrels nest in cavities in trees; in places where there are few large dead snags to provide nest sites, they may rely on nesting boxes put up for them by conservationists.
Habitat
Open country, farmland, cities, wood edges. Inhabits any kind of open or semi-open situation, from forest clearings to farmland to desert, wherever it can find adequate prey and some raised perches. In breeding season, may be limited to habitats that also provide appropriate nesting sites. In winter, females may tend to be found in more open habitats than males.
Feeding Behavior
Hunts mostly by watching from a high perch, then swooping down to capture prey. Sometimes, especially when no good perch available, hovers over fields to watch for prey. May pursue and catch insects, birds, or bats in flight. Individual kestrels often specialize on one particular kind of prey.
Eggs
4-6, rarely 2-7. White to pale brown, usually spotted with brown and gray. Incubation is by both parents, usually 28-31 days. Young: Female remains with young most of time at first, while male brings food; after 1-2 weeks, female hunts also. Age of young at first flight about 28-31 days. Parents continue to feed young up to 12 days after fledging; later, these juveniles may gather in groups with young from other nests.
Costa Rica 17-03-2022
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Aves
Order:Falconiformes
Family:Falconidae
Genus:Falco
Species:F. sparverius
Binomial name
Falco sparverius
Size mass
80 to 165 g
2.82 to 5.81 oz
Length
22 to 31 cm
8.66 to 12.20 in
Wingspan
51 to 61 cm
20.08 to 24.02 in
The smallest falcon in the Americas, the kestrel is also the most familiar and widespread in North America. In open country it is commonly seen perched on roadside wires, or hovering low over a field on rapidly beating wings, waiting to pounce on a grasshopper. Kestrels nest in cavities in trees; in places where there are few large dead snags to provide nest sites, they may rely on nesting boxes put up for them by conservationists.
Habitat
Open country, farmland, cities, wood edges. Inhabits any kind of open or semi-open situation, from forest clearings to farmland to desert, wherever it can find adequate prey and some raised perches. In breeding season, may be limited to habitats that also provide appropriate nesting sites. In winter, females may tend to be found in more open habitats than males.
Feeding Behavior
Hunts mostly by watching from a high perch, then swooping down to capture prey. Sometimes, especially when no good perch available, hovers over fields to watch for prey. May pursue and catch insects, birds, or bats in flight. Individual kestrels often specialize on one particular kind of prey.
Eggs
4-6, rarely 2-7. White to pale brown, usually spotted with brown and gray. Incubation is by both parents, usually 28-31 days. Young: Female remains with young most of time at first, while male brings food; after 1-2 weeks, female hunts also. Age of young at first flight about 28-31 days. Parents continue to feed young up to 12 days after fledging; later, these juveniles may gather in groups with young from other nests.
Costa Rica 17-03-2022
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Aves
Order:Falconiformes
Family:Falconidae
Genus:Falco
Species:F. sparverius
Binomial name
Falco sparverius
Size mass
80 to 165 g
2.82 to 5.81 oz
Length
22 to 31 cm
8.66 to 12.20 in
Wingspan
51 to 61 cm
20.08 to 24.02 in
The smallest falcon in the Americas, the kestrel is also the most familiar and widespread in North America. In open country it is commonly seen perched on roadside wires, or hovering low over a field on rapidly beating wings, waiting to pounce on a grasshopper. Kestrels nest in cavities in trees; in places where there are few large dead snags to provide nest sites, they may rely on nesting boxes put up for them by conservationists.
Habitat
Open country, farmland, cities, wood edges. Inhabits any kind of open or semi-open situation, from forest clearings to farmland to desert, wherever it can find adequate prey and some raised perches. In breeding season, may be limited to habitats that also provide appropriate nesting sites. In winter, females may tend to be found in more open habitats than males.
Feeding Behavior
Hunts mostly by watching from a high perch, then swooping down to capture prey. Sometimes, especially when no good perch available, hovers over fields to watch for prey. May pursue and catch insects, birds, or bats in flight. Individual kestrels often specialize on one particular kind of prey.
Eggs
4-6, rarely 2-7. White to pale brown, usually spotted with brown and gray. Incubation is by both parents, usually 28-31 days. Young: Female remains with young most of time at first, while male brings food; after 1-2 weeks, female hunts also. Age of young at first flight about 28-31 days. Parents continue to feed young up to 12 days after fledging; later, these juveniles may gather in groups with young from other nests.
Horsebarn HIll, Storrs , Connecticut
That time of year. Hanging out by one of the nest boxes.
American Kestrel (a.k.a. Sparrow Hawk; Falco sparverius) - Lucky Hammock Nature Preserve, located within Frog Pond WMA, Ingraham Highway, Homestead, Florida (25.400580, -80.566260)
'Not often that these guys will stare at you.
In most cases, as soon as they realize you're looking at them,
they're gone!
