Oriental hobby
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Falco severus

The Oriental hobby (Falco severus ) is a species of falcon typically 27–30 cm long. It can be found in the northern parts of the Indian Subcontinent, across the eastern Himalayas and ranges southwards through Indochina to Australasia. It has been recorded as a vagrant from Malaysia.

Appearance

Adult is rich chestnut below, bluish-grey above with a black hood and pale throat. Juvenile has black streaks on its rufous chest and has a mottled back.

Habits and Lifestyle

Lifestyle
Seasonal behavior

Diet and Nutrition

References

1. Oriental hobby Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oriental_hobby
2. Oriental hobby on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/22696470/93565954

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