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Crested Caracara -
Caracara cheriway |
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| The Crested Caracara, sometimes called the Northern
Caracara, is a member of the family Falconidae. There are nine
species of Caracaras, found primarily in Central and South America.
Only the Crested Caracara is found in the United States, primarily in
southern Texas and central Florida. The Crested
Caracara is a large bird with a body length from 19-23 inches and a wing
span around 48 inches. Its overall color is blackish brown with a
white throat and neck. The facial skin is red-orange to yellow in
color and it sports a black crown with a slight crest at the back of its
head. They feed on carrion and large insects and small animals and
reptiles.
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Merlin - Falco
columbarius |
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Peregrine Falcon -
Falco peregrinus |
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