About the Bat Falcon
The Bat Falcon (Falco rufigularis) 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 batfal1 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 rufigularis |
| Species Codes | batfal1, BAFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bat Falcon belong to?
The Bat Falcon (Falco rufigularis) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Bat Falcon?
The Bat 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 Bat Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Bat Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code batfal1, or on iNaturalist.