Philippine Falconet

Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.

The Philippine Falconet is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

The Philippine Falconet (Microhierax erythrogenys) is a species of bird of prey in the Falconidae family. It is endemic to the Philippines. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. References - * BirdLife International 2004. Microhierax erythrogenys. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 24 July 2007. Stub icon This Falconiformes article is a stub. More

The Philippine Falconet (Microhierax erythrogenys) is bird of prey found in the Philippines where it inhabits subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. Philippine Falconets - Photo, Video and/or Article contributions are welcome! Please click here for info The Avianweb strives to maintain accurate and up-to-date information; however, mistakes do happen. If you would like to correct or update any of the information, please send us an e-mail. More

The Philippine Falconet was my target bird when I decided to join the WBCP bird watching trip to Mt. Palay-Palay. When I saw this couple - I was GLUED to the spot like crazy :) At first they were just hanging out ... And then one of them decided to snuggle up to the other ... Such a sweet couple these two were. More

Philippine Falconet Microhierax erythrogenys meridionalis Philippine Falconet Photographer : More

Immature Philippine Falconet at Subic rainforest - Birding Top 500 Counter Got quite close to an immature Philippine Falconet today (July 21st) at Subic rainforest. Note the "golden buff cheek" and " yellowish bill" (as described in the Kennedy Guide). These distinguish it from the adult, which has a white cheek and black bill. More

Order : Falconiformes
Family : Falconidae
Genus : Microhierax
Species : erythrogenys
Authority : (Vigors, 1831)