About the Carunculated Caracara
The carunculated caracara is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae, the falcons and caracaras. It is found in Colombia and Ecuador.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Daptrius carunculatus |
| Species Codes | carcar1, CACA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Carunculated Caracara belong to?
The Carunculated Caracara (Daptrius carunculatus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Carunculated Caracara?
The carunculated caracara is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae, the falcons and caracaras. It is found in Colombia and Ecuador....
Where can I report a Carunculated Caracara sighting?
You can log sightings of Carunculated Caracara on eBird (ebird.org) using species code carcar1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Falconiformes
Order
65
Species in Family
1,762
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