About the Striated Caracara
The striated caracara, also known as Forster's caracara, is a Near Threatened bird of prey of the family Falconidae, the falcons and caracaras. It is found in Tierra del Fuego and the Falkland Islands. In the Falklands it is known as the Johnny rook, probably named after the Johnny penguin.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Daptrius australis |
| Species Codes | strcar1, STCA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Striated Caracara belong to?
The Striated Caracara (Daptrius australis) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Striated Caracara?
The Striated Caracara is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Striated Caracara?
The striated caracara, also known as Forster's caracara, is a Near Threatened bird of prey of the family Falconidae, the falcons and caracaras. It is found in Tierra del Fuego and the Falkland Islands. In the Falklands it is known as the Johnny rook, probably named after the Johnny penguin....
Where can I report a Striated Caracara sighting?
You can log sightings of Striated Caracara on eBird (ebird.org) using species code strcar1, or on iNaturalist.
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