About the Orange-breasted Falcon
The Orange-breasted Falcon (Falco deiroleucus) 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 orbfal1 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 deiroleucus |
| Species Codes | orbfal1, OBFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orange-breasted Falcon belong to?
The Orange-breasted Falcon (Falco deiroleucus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Orange-breasted Falcon?
The Orange-breasted 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 Orange-breasted Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Orange-breasted Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orbfal1, or on iNaturalist.