Sooty Falcon
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    Sooty Falcon

    Falco concolor

    Birds of Prey
    Vulnerable

    Quick Facts

    Mass0.325 kg

    Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).

    Conservation Status

    Conservation hub
    VU - VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The sooty falcon faces threats from habitat loss and degradation, particularly in its breeding and stopover sites. While specific large-scale recovery programs are not widely documented, general conservation efforts for raptors and migratory birds indirectly benefit this species. Responsible safari tourism can help by raising awareness, supporting local conservation initiatives through park fees, and minimizing disturbance to sensitive habitats where these falcons may nest or hunt.

    The sooty falcon is a medium-sized falcon, breeding from northeastern Africa to the southern Persian Gulf region, and wintering in East Africa and Madagascar.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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