American Kestrel πŸ† πŸ’Ž

Flashy slate-blue wings and a rusty-red back and tail.

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Kestrels are masters of the "hover and pounce" technique, often called . Flashy slate-blue wings and a rusty-red back and tail

Larger than males, with reddish-brown wings and backs barred with black. often called . Larger than males

Both sexes have two black "mustache" stripes on their face, which may help reduce glare while hunting. 🎯 Hunting and Diet