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| Birds Database .. detailed information | |
| Nankeen Kestrel , Australian Kestrel Falco cenchroides | |
 Photo Courtesy of Birdway Australia | |
| Bird Family : | "Falcons" Falconidae |
| Description : | Common local species. Length 35cm. Male is smaller. Australia's smallest falcon. Eats insects and small mammals. Call is a shrill, excited chatter. |
| Typical Habitat : | Widespread except forest. |
| Distribution : | Common Australia wide. |
| Migration : | Resident / breeding. Breeds in less densely built up areas of Townsville. Main breeding season, July to November. |
| Introduced : | No |
| Seen North Qld : | Yes |
| Additional info .. | locations seen (37) .. observations (72) .. habitats seen (1) .. |
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