Small, dark falcon with rusty reddish underparts, dark gray to blackish upperparts, and long, thin and pointed wings.. Black markings cover cheek, eye, and crown (black hood much reduced compared to Peregrine Falcon). Captures airborne prey, mainly birds. Occurs in a wide variety of open habitats, including urban areas.
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