JOURNAL ARTICLE

Successful Kleptoparasitism by Crested Caracara of Peregrine Falcon.

  • Published In: Journal of Raptor Research, 2025, v. 59, n. 4. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Nelson, Adrianna M. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on a documented instance of kleptoparasitism by a Crested Caracara (Caracara plancus) on a Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) in St. Lucie County, Florida. Observers noted that the caracara successfully pursued the falcon, causing it to drop its prey, which appeared to be a small wading bird. This event is significant as it represents the first recorded instance of such behavior between these two species in North America, highlighting the caracara's opportunistic feeding strategies and resourcefulness. The article also discusses the rarity of documented interactions between these species, suggesting that the low density of Peregrine Falcons may contribute to this scarcity. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Raptor Research. 2025/12, Vol. 59, Issue 4, p1
  • Document Type:Letter
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0892-1016
  • DOI:10.3356/jrr2526
  • Accession Number:190993114
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