About the White-rumped Falcon
The white-rumped falcon is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae native to Indochina. It is placed in its own monotypic genus, Neohierax.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Neohierax insignis |
| Species Codes | whrfal1, WRPF, WRFA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-rumped Falcon belong to?
The White-rumped Falcon (Neohierax insignis) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
What is the conservation status of the White-rumped Falcon?
The White-rumped Falcon is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the White-rumped Falcon?
The white-rumped falcon is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae native to Indochina. It is placed in its own monotypic genus, Neohierax....
Where can I report a White-rumped Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of White-rumped Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whrfal1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Falcons and Caracaras 65 species
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Quick Stats
Falconiformes
Order
65
Species in Family
69
iNat Observations
NT
IUCN Status
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