| Microhierax | |
|---|---|
| M. erythrogenys | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | Falconiformes |
| Family: | Falconidae |
| Subfamily: | Falconinae |
| Genus: | Microhierax Sharpe, 1874 |
| Species | |
The typical falconets, Microhierax, are a genus of bird of prey in the Falconidae family.
The world's smallest carnivorous birds are the Black-thighed Falconet found throughout Southeast Asia, and the White-fronted Falconet on the island of Borneo. The average size is about 15 cm (6 in.), and weight 35 g (1.23 oz.).
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