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Africa
Garden Falcon
Microhierax cherrug
About this species
Native to Africa, the Garden Falcon thrives in desert habitats and belongs to the Falconidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Garden Falcon is part of the order Falconiformes and the Falconidae family. Its preferred habitat is desert, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, 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.