ptak

Kestrel

Falco tinnunculus

Morphology

30-35 cmBody length
180-280 gWeight
70-80 cmWingspan
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Occurrence

Europe, Asia, Africa

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Habitat

Open areas, plains, near airports, roads, and fields interspersed with forests or groves.

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Food

Small mammals, Birds, Large insects

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Reproduction

  • Sexual maturity: 2 years
  • Breeding season: March-June
  • Gestation period: 28-32 days
  • Number of offspring: 3-7 eggs
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Species protection

It is a species that is completely protected and requires active protection.

Interesting fact

They don't build nests at all. They use existing structures.