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Africa
Cobalt Falcon
Microhierax rusticolus
About this species
A characteristic species of the Falconidae family, the Cobalt Falcon occupies grassland regions throughout Africa. Its IUCN status is currently Endangered.
The Cobalt Falcon is part of the order Falconiformes and the Falconidae family. Its preferred habitat is grassland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Endangered, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Falconidae family and Falconiformes order.