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Prairie Falcon Quiz

Prairie Falcon Chicks in a Wild EyrieHow much do you know about the prairie falcon?  We first suggest that you read the prairie falcon fact sheet, then test your understanding with our prairie falcon quiz!

 

Select One Answer for Each of the Following Questions...

 

   
1. The prairie falcon belongs to the family:
a. Falconidae
b. Falco
c. Falconiformes
 
2. Prairie falcons typically nest:
a. In Trees
b. On Cliffs
c. None of the above
 
3. The prairie falcon is often found in the desert regions of the west:
a. True
b. False
 
4. The prairie falcon usually lays ____ eggs:
a. Four
b. Five
c. Six.
 
5. Juvenile plumage is generally developed by _____ post hatching:
a. 30 Days
b. 40 Days
c. 60 Days
 
6. The prairie falcon is distinguished from the peregrine falcon in the field by:
a. Broader 'mustache'
b. Black patch under wings
 
 
7. Juvenile plumage in the prairie falcon is retained for about:
a. One year
b. Six months
c. Six weeks
 
8. The cere and eye ring are yellowish until about six months old:
a. True
b. False
 

 

 

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