About the Cryptic Forest-Falcon
The Cryptic Forest-Falcon (Micrastur mintoni) 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 cryfof1 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 | Micrastur mintoni |
| Species Codes | cryfof1, CRFF, CFFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cryptic Forest-Falcon belong to?
The Cryptic Forest-Falcon (Micrastur mintoni) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Cryptic Forest-Falcon?
The Cryptic Forest-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 Cryptic Forest-Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Cryptic Forest-Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cryfof1, or on iNaturalist.