About the Laughing Falcon
The Laughing Falcon (Herpetotheres cachinnans) 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 laufal1 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 | Herpetotheres cachinnans |
| Species Codes | laufal1, LAFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Laughing Falcon belong to?
The Laughing Falcon (Herpetotheres cachinnans) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Laughing Falcon?
The Laughing 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 Laughing Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Laughing Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code laufal1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Falcons and Caracaras 65 species
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