Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus)

Note; this is the nominate subspecies does it reach Tanzania? Adult male - seen while passing by on migration; note the uniform grey head; possible the males of the subspecies in Tanzania (rufescens) has darker head and darker rufous-chestnut back. In addition, the male rufescens should have faint barring on the tail. The nominate does not have barring. Copyright © Louis A. Hansen

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