About the Mauritius Kestrel
The Mauritius Kestrel (Falco punctatus) 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 maukes1 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 punctatus |
| Species Codes | maukes1, MAKE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mauritius Kestrel belong to?
The Mauritius Kestrel (Falco punctatus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Mauritius Kestrel?
The Mauritius Kestrel 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 Mauritius Kestrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Mauritius Kestrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maukes1, or on iNaturalist.