Falco sparverius Linnaeus, 1758

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Falco sparverius Linnaeus, 1758

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American Kestrel was recognized by the small size (Wc = 17.5 cm), shape, and color ( Fig. 13). The roadkilled individual had a dark reddish-brown back and wings with fine black barring. The posterior underparts were rufous, with light orange brown tones having vertical black scratches. The tail was rufous with narrow dark bars. The top of the head was dark gray with a black spot on the nape. There was a black teardrop-like spot below the eyes and a vertical white line on each side of the head.