About the Red-footed Falcon
The Red-footed Falcon (Falco vespertinus) 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 reffal1 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 vespertinus |
| Species Codes | reffal1, RFFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-footed Falcon belong to?
The Red-footed Falcon (Falco vespertinus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Red-footed Falcon?
The Red-footed 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 Red-footed Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-footed Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reffal1, or on iNaturalist.