Eurasian Hobby

Falco subbuteo

Order:

Falconiformes

Family:

Falconidae

Size:

28-36 cm

Weight:

M 131-232 g, F 141-340 g

Taxonomy:

: F. s. subbuteo (Linnaeus, 1758)

Short Description:

Eurasian Hobby (Falco subbuteo) is a sleek and agile bird of prey found in Pakistan. It possesses long, pointed wings, a slender body, and a characteristic dark mask around its eyes. Its upperparts are dark slate-grey, while the underparts are finely barred with rufous and white. With its distinctive appearance and swift flight, the Eurasian Hobby is a captivating sight as it hunts small birds and insects on the wing.

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Eurasian Hobby is primarily distributed across a range of habitats, including open woodlands, grasslands, wetlands, and agricultural areas. It is commonly observed during the winter months when it migrates south from its breeding grounds in Europe and Central Asia. During migration, Eurasian Hobbies can be found throughout Pakistan, including both urban and rural areas.

Eurasian Hobby is a highly skilled aerial hunter, relying on its speed and agility to catch prey in flight. It primarily feeds on small birds, such as swallows and swifts, which it captures mid-air using its sharp talons. Additionally, it preys on insects, often hunting them near water bodies or in open fields. During the breeding season, Eurasian Hobbies form monogamous pairs and construct nests in trees, cliffs, or abandoned nests of other birds. They are known for their secretive nesting behavior, often choosing concealed locations to raise their young. Throughout Pakistan, the Eurasian Hobby contributes to the ecosystem by controlling populations of small birds and insects, making it a valuable species in maintaining ecological balance.