About the Kestrel
Prey items include: mice, voles, grasshoppers, bats, spiders, snakes, and small birds.
The Kestrel is able to kill or injure birds in the air. This makes other birds fearful enough to change their flight patterns.
Kestrels can see ultra violet light and may be able to find hidden mammals by seeing their urine trails.
Can live up to 11 years in the wild.
Can reach 60 mph while diving and 40 mph in level flight.
Interesting facts & figures
...Females are about 10% larger than males.
Weight - Male 2.5-5 oz
Female 3-5.8 oz
Length - Male 9-11 in
Female 9-12 in
Wingspan Male 20-22 in
Female 22-24 in
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