About the Aplomado Falcon
The Aplomado Falcon (Falco femoralis) is a species of bird in the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), within the order Falconiformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code aplfal when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Falco femoralis |
| Species Codes | aplfal, APFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Aplomado Falcon belong to?
The Aplomado Falcon (Falco femoralis) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Aplomado Falcon?
The Aplomado Falcon is a member of the Falcons and Caracaras family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Aplomado Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Aplomado Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code aplfal, or on iNaturalist.