This species is particularly fond of cattle country, so may benefit from man’s presence. Like the other species of caracara they build a large twig nest and are extremely vocal.
Having kept a Yellow Headed Caracara at Windsor Safari Park some 32 years ago John has always been fascinated by these bonnie little birds, so when given the opportunity, acquired a pair for breeding. The female called ‘Willu’ was flown in her first year and then kept out of the cold during our severe winter.
It must be born in mind that many ‘exotic’ species including the ‘Harris Hawk’ are not clothed for our winters!
Scientific Name:
Milvago chimachima
Status:
Least concern
Size:
Up to 750mm
Weight:
280g to 330g
Life Span in Wild:
12yrs
Habitat:
Woods and scrub opening onto clearings. Also savannah and water’s edge.
Diet:
Carnivore
