Birds of Switzerland

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Birds of Switzerland

Common Kestrel | Falco tinnunculus |


Voice

Status (in CH)

regular, common breeder and migrant, scarce winter visitor

MigrationFragezeichen

Migration

Facts

Fragezeichen Population size in Switzerland (Pairs):
3000-5000 (2004)
Red List CH:
Near Threatened
Migration behaviour:
resident to long-distance migrant
Length (cm):
32-35
Weight (g):
190-300
Clutch size:
4-6
Nest site:
crevices, buildings, trees
Incubation (days):
27-31
Fragezeichen Nestling stage (days):
27-30
Food:
small mammals
Groupe:
Falcons
Habitat:
farmland, settlements, alpine habitats

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