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