The Microhierax fringillarius (scientific name) or black-legged falconet is found in the forested areas of South-East Asia, specifically Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and Brunei Darussalam. 5.0-5.6 inches in length, it resembles a sparrow. The upperparts are darker blackish plumage, while the forehead is streaked white and the throat and underparts are a light buff in colour. The tails are brownish-black with white streaks. Its diet is comprised of insects, including moths, butterflies, termites, dragonflies, small birds and lizards. They hunt for food in groups and have gregarious nature. An average clutch of the black-legged falconet has 2-5 eggs which are laid in old nest holes, but their incubation period is not known. Its IUCN listing is the LEAST CONCERN.
Black-legged Falconet
