In flight, the kestrel has sharp-looking, pointed wings and a slender, long tail. The migration past Hawk Ridge runs from mid August through November and is most active during mid September. Minnesota Breeding Bird Distribution* The American Kestrel is the smallest, most widespread, and most abundant falcon in Minnesota. Sharp-shinned and Cooper’s hawks also have long tails, but their wings are broad, not pointed. The colorful American Kestrel is the most common falcon in North America.
A cavity nester, the American kestrel uses holes in trees, artificial nest boxes, or small spaces in buildings. American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) profile, photos, videos, county distribution map, and sightings in Minnesota. It's one of the most colorful of all raptors: the male’s slate-blue head and wings contrast elegantly with his rusty-red back and tail; the female has the same warm reddish on her wings, back, and tail. The American Kestrel Partnership is a project of: The Peregrine Fund 5668 West Flying Hawk Lane Boise, Idaho 83709 United States of America.
True to the name “falcon,” this species is built for speed, with long pointed wings, often bent back at the tip.
Minnesota Biological Survey Breeding Bird Locations 0 12.5 25 50 Miles ± MBS bird survey locations County boundaries Bird surveys not yet completed ECS Provinces Laurentian Mixed Forest Province Eastern Broadleaf Forest Province We analyzed American kestrel count and banding data from seven raptor migration sites throughout North America with at least 20 years of migration data. The American Kestrel catches all of its food on the ground. We also included notes … Phone: 208-362-3716 . In Minnesota they can be found in both urban and rural areas, hunting along roadsides from telephone wires or trees or hovering over fields. Get Connected. Look for The American Kestrel is North America's smallest falcon. Like peregrine falcons and bald eagles, American kestrel fledglings remain near the nest before dispersing in late summer. Raptor watching is … Egg-laying begins in April or May, and eggs hatch roughly 26 to 32 days after they are laid. By this time, we had hoped to be streaming live video footage of fuzzy kestrel chicks, filling your computers and phones with heartening chirps and the rhythmic pulse of warm breezes.
It's one of the most colorful of all raptors: the male’s slate-blue head and wings contrast elegantly with his rusty-red back and tail; the female has the same warm reddish on her wings, back, and tail. While soaring, the kestrel’s wings look more rounded and the tail fans. American Kestrel 2001 Familiar Places and Bluebirds (Robert Frost's Fragmentary Blue) 2001 Hummingbird vs. Kestrel 2000 The Miracle and Magic of Migration (Re-recorded from 1988) 2000 Eastern Screech-Owl 1999 Vulture Chow 1999 Migration Update and Kestrels 1998
North America’s littlest falcon, the American Kestrel packs a predator’s fierce intensity into its small body. [More kestrel calls] Watch for one of these North American falcons perched on a utility wire, bobbing its tail. In general, the kestrels return to their box in February or March.
It is relatively easy to see, perched on power lines next to back country roads. It’s safe to say, 2020 is not turning out as we expected. The American Kestrel is the smallest member of the Falcon Family in North America; measuring only 10 ½ inches in length, about the size of a robin, with a wingspan of 23 inches, and weighs just 3.9 ounces. North America’s littlest falcon, the American Kestrel packs a predator’s fierce intensity into its small body. The American Kestrel Partnership is a project of: The Peregrine Fund 5668 West Flying Hawk Lane Boise, Idaho 83709 United States of America. American Kestrel (Falco sparverius) Note: This map displays only information collected by Minnesota Biological Survey. On so many fronts. Nesting. The Raptor Center has gathered facts about many of the raptor species found in North America including: common and scientific names, identifying characteristics, range of locations where they are found, habitat, nesting, and feeding habits.
The young fledge between 28 and 31 days of age. Except for American kestrels and great horned owls Except for any raptor, other than state or federally listed endangered or threatened species, taken under a depredation or special purpose permit under Minnesota Statutes, section 97A.401, and used for falconry by a General or Master falconer.