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Merlin

Falco columbarius

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Falconiformes ›Family: Falconidae ›Genus: Falco

About

The Merlin (Falco columbarius) is a small species of falcon from the Northern Hemisphere, with numerous subspecies throughout North America and Eurasia. A bird of prey once known colloquially as a pigeon hawk in North America, the Merlin breeds in the northern Holarctic; some migrate to subtropical and northern tropical regions in winter. Males typically have wingspans of 53–58 centimetres (21–23 in), with females being slightly larger. They are swift fliers and skilled hunters who specialize in...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Merlin?
The scientific name of Merlin is Falco columbarius.
What kingdom does Merlin belong to?
Merlin belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Merlin belong to?
Merlin belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Merlin belong to?
Merlin belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Merlin belong to?
Merlin belongs to the order Falconiformes.
What family does Merlin belong to?
Merlin belongs to the family Falconidae.
What genus does Merlin belong to?
Merlin belongs to the genus Falco.