Philippine Falconet

Microhierax erythrogenys (Vigors, 1831)

50 gWeight

The Philippine falconet (Microhierax erythrogenys) is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae, genus Microhierax.

Busiest months: February–March · Most records: Philippines

Least Concern

Where and when it's recorded

Busiest months: February–March · Most records: Philippines

Philippine Falconet has been recorded at 26 of the 8,276 birding hotspots we track, in 1 country or region.

Records by month Northern Hemisphere

Where it's recorded most

Subic Bay – Nabasan TrailPhilippines430 records
Subic BayPhilippines142 records
Bislig lowlands – PICOP Road 4Philippines142 records

More places

Subic Bay – Hill 394 roadPhilippines117 records
Bislig lowlands – PICOP Road 42Philippines109 records
Bislig lowlands – PICOP Roads 1-4Philippines107 records
Mt. Makiling Forest Reserve – TrailPhilippines101 records
Mt. Makiling Forest Reserve – TREESPhilippines69 records
Caylabne Bay Resort, TernatePhilippines68 records
Bislig lowlands – 321 Quarry TrailPhilippines65 records

Countries and regions with the most records

Philippines

eBird records via GBIF up to 2024-12-31. A record means someone listed it; more records partly mean more birders, not more birds.

About

The Philippine falconet (Microhierax erythrogenys) is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae, genus Microhierax. It is endemic to the lowland forests of Philippines, and can often be seen near open forest edges hunting flying insects. Philippine falconets nest in woodpecker holes of dead trees, and can be seen fairly commonly within their suitable habitats.

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