About the Rock Kestrel
The Rock Kestrel (Falco rupicolus) 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 eurkes1 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 rupicolus |
| Species Codes | eurkes1, COKE, ROKE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rock Kestrel belong to?
The Rock Kestrel (Falco rupicolus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Rock Kestrel?
The Rock 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 Rock Kestrel sighting?
You can log sightings of Rock Kestrel on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurkes1, or on iNaturalist.