About the Black Caracara
The black caracara is a bird of prey in the family Falconidae that is found in Amazonian and French Guianan lowlands, mainly occurring along rivers. It was formerly the only species placed in the genus Daptrius but based on genetic studies the genus now includes species that were formerly placed in the genera Milvago and Phalcoboenus.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Daptrius ater |
| Species Codes | blacar1, BLCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Caracara belong to?
The Black Caracara (Daptrius ater) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Black Caracara?
The black caracara is a bird of prey in the family Falconidae that is found in Amazonian and French Guianan lowlands, mainly occurring along rivers. It was formerly the only species placed in the genus Daptrius but based on genetic studies the genus now includes species that were formerly placed in ...
Where can I report a Black Caracara sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Caracara on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blacar1, or on iNaturalist.
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