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Dickinson's Kestrel
Dickinsonse Grysvalk · Falco dickinsoni
A compact grey kestrel strongly associated with palms and dead trees, mainly in Kruger's north. It hunts from a low perch, dropping onto lizards, large insects and small reptiles, and even attends bush fires to grab fleeing prey. The pale head and rump are good field marks.
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Stocky grey kestrel with a noticeably pale head and rump contrasting with darker grey body.
Where to see it in Kruger
The far north and around palms, perched on dead trees and stumps hunting lizards and insects.
Did you know
It loves palm trees and is often found perched near them watching for prey below.
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