Perhaps the most colorful raptor in the world, the American Kestrel is the most common falcon
in North America. It is found from Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, and in towns as well as wild lands.
Description: Small hawk. - Rufous back and tail.
- Two dark mustache marks on face.
- Size: 22-31 cm (9-12 in)
- Wingspan: 51-61 cm (20-24 in)
- Weight:
80-165 g (2.82-5.82 ounces)
Sex Differences: Male has
blue-gray wings and a lightly spotted chest and belly. The larger female has rufous wings barred with black, and streaking
on the chest.
Sound: Loud series of "klee-klee-klee"
notes when excited.
