Nankeen Kestrel

Falco cenchroides

The Nankeen Kestrel, also known as the Australian Kestrel, is a small raptor found in Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands. It has a distinctive hovering hunting style, often seen searching for prey in open grasslands, farmlands, and along roadsides. This bird of prey has a predominantly pale rufous plumage with dark spots on its upperparts and a barred tail. It feeds mainly on small mammals, insects, and reptiles. The Nankeen Kestrel is known for its adaptability to various habitats and its ability to thrive in human-altered landscapes.

Habitat: Open grasslands, farmlands, and roadsides