About the Red-necked Falcon
The Red-necked Falcon (Falco chicquera) 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 renfal1 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 chicquera |
| Species Codes | renfal1, RHNF, RNFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-necked Falcon belong to?
The Red-necked Falcon (Falco chicquera) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Red-necked Falcon?
The Red-necked 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-necked Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-necked Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code renfal1, or on iNaturalist.