American kestrel

American kestrel

American kestrel is the smallest bird of North American hawk which has distinct black stripes on the face; tail is rust- brown and has black, slate-blue wings. It has black spotted underparts. Its diet includes bats, insects, frogs, rodents, small reptiles, and birds.
Breeds from Northwest Territories and Alaska east through Maritime Provinces and south throughout most of the continent. Frequently winters north to British Columbia, Great Lakes, and New England. It Prefers habitats which include towns, cities, parks, farmlands, and open country.

Interesting Facts

The American kestrel is the most general falcon in North America.
The females arrive first on their winter range and establish their groups in the preferred open region. The males, arriving later are forced to use areas with more trees.