Collared forest-falcon (Micrastur semitorquatus)

Collared forest falcon awaits dinner at Zetzo bat cave near Ixpujil. 2023-04-03 18.00.06 Yucatan
Classification: Genus Micrastur; Family Falconidae
General: The collared forest falcon (Micrastur semitorquatus) is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae. It is the largest member of the Micrastur genus and a common inhabitant of tropical rainforests in Latin America.^[2] Hiding in the dense forest canopy, they are a secretive bird often only recognized by their distinctive call. With a morphology or body type allowing them to be agile in their forested habitat, their diet comprises a wide variety of prey from smaller frogs (20 g) to adult turkeys (2.7-3.2 kg).^[3] [more]

First documented observation : 2023-04-03 in Yucatan.