About the Eurasian Kestrel
The common kestrel, also known as the European kestrel, Eurasian kestrel or Old World kestrel, is a species of predatory bird belonging to the kestrel group of the falcon family Falconidae. In the United Kingdom, where no other kestrel species commonly occurs, it is generally just called the "kestrel".
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Falco tinnunculus |
| Species Codes | eurkes, EUKE, COKE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Kestrel belong to?
The Eurasian Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Kestrel?
The common kestrel, also known as the European kestrel, Eurasian kestrel or Old World kestrel, is a species of predatory bird belonging to the kestrel group of the falcon family Falconidae. In the United Kingdom, where no other kestrel species commonly occurs, it is generally just called the \"kestre...
Where can I report a Eurasian Kestrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Kestrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurkes, or on iNaturalist.
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