Black Falcon
NameBlack Falcon
Common NameBlack Falcon
Scientific NameFalco subniger
FamilyFalconidae
Wingspan (cm)105
Length (cm)50
Weight (g)890
Plumage DetailsUniformly dark sooty-brown to black plumage across the entire body. The cere and feet are distinctly pale yellow, contrasting with the dark feathers.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include harsh, rapid 'kek-kek-kek' or 'kraa-kraa-kraa' calls, particularly when agitated or around the nest.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, forest, desert
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to mainland Australia, found across most of the continent, particularly in the interior and northern regions, though generally uncommon.
Identifying Featuresuniformly dark plumage, pale yellow cere and feet, long pointed wings, powerful flight, relatively long tail
Description
The Black Falcon is a medium-sized raptor endemic to Australia, characterized by its uniformly dark plumage. It is a powerful and agile hunter, often preying on other birds in flight across open landscapes.
