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Merlin

Falco columbarius

Presence:

Invernante

This is the smallest of the falcons found in Extremadura, the size of a dove. The male is bluish grey above with darker wings and tail, with the underparts rather orangey mottled with brown. They feed on small birds, hunting in open country. They are winter visitors to Extremadura.

Protection Status:

En Peligro de extinción (EE)

Their habitats:

Esmerejón.webp

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