Bird
Common Kestrel
Hovering falcon of fields and roadsides
Family Falconidae
Falconidae is a taxonomic family in the order Falconiformes, class Aves. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Common Kestrel and Peregrine Falcon. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Falconidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Kestrel Falco tinnunculus | 200 g | 34 cm | 70 km/h | 10 yrs | Europe, Asia, Africa | Least Concern |
| Peregrine Falcon Falco peregrinus | 900 g | 50 cm | 389 km/h | 15 yrs | North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
