Microhierax
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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.).
Species:
- Collared Falconet, Microhierax caerulescens
- Black-thighed Falconet, Microhierax fringillarius
- White-fronted Falconet, Microhierax latifrons
- Philippine Falconet, Microhierax erythrogenys
- Pied Falconet, Microhierax melanoleucus
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