Crested caracara

Caracara plancus

Family: Falconidae Order: Falconiformes Conservation: Least Concern
Crested caracara

About the Crested caracara

species of bird

Fun Facts About Crested caracara

  • The Crested caracara (Caracara plancus) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Crested caracara is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderFalconiformes
FamilyFalconidae
GenusCaracara
SpeciesCaracara plancus

Range & Habitat

Range map of Crested caracara

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Related Species

Other species in the Falconidae family: