sooty falcon

Introduction: Sooty falcons (Falco eleonorae) perch and forage in groups of up to 10. They have been recorded in a dry, savannah type habitat.

Distribution: A few isolated recordings in Etosha National Park and other central and northern Namibia locations from mid November to mid April.

Diet: Hunts from high or from the perch for bats and small birds

Description: Predominately uniform pale to dark slate grey above and below. Their long wings reach wedge-shaped tail tip when resting.

Breeding: Extralimital.

Size: 35cm. Weight: 210g.

7 Days - The famous Fish River Hike complete with a guide and return transport from Windhoek

5 Days - Head to the top of the highest peak in Namibia

6 Days - Includes transport to and from Windhoek

5 Days - Explore the Fish River carrying only a day pack while your possessions & equipment are transported on a mule train

5 Days - Hiking in the Namib Desert - with transport from Windhoek included

4 Days - Hiking in the Fish River Canyon while your equipment is transported by mule

4 Days - Guided hike on the Waterberg Plateau

3 or 4 Days - Absolutely brilliant! One of the best experiences in Namibia

3 Days - Excellent guided walking trail on the NamibRand private reserve (near Sossusvlei)

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