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American Kestrel

Falco sparverius

Description:

America's smallest falcon. Dove-like in shape and in size. Remarkable coloration and patterns. In second photo you can see it appears to be grasping something; and the third photo it appears to be eating what looks like a katydid or other insect of some kind.

Habitat:

Found perched on the tip of an Agave lechuguilla stalk.

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El Paso City Limits, Texas, USA

Spotted on Dec 5, 2013
Submitted on Sep 16, 2014

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