Caracara chimango

About

The Chimango Caracara (Milvago chimango) is a species in the genus Milvago. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found across Europe (5 countries) and South America (Chile).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇨🇱 Chile 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Aves (Birds)

Order

Falconiformes (Falconiformes)

Family

Falconidae

Genus

Milvago

Species

Milvago chimango (Caracara chimango)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese チマンゴカラカラ

Chinese 叫隼

Spanish Caracara chimango

French Caracara chimango

German Chimangokarakara

Portuguese chimango

Russian Химанго

Similar Species in Milvago

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pigua

Milvago chimachima

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caracara chimango?

The scientific name of Caracara chimango is Milvago chimango. It belongs to the genus Milvago.

Where does Caracara chimango live?

Caracara chimango is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and South America (Chile).. Countries include Belgium, Chile, France, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom.

What family does Caracara chimango belong to?

Caracara chimango (Milvago chimango) belongs to the genus Milvago, which is part of the taxonomic family Falconidae.

What kingdom does Caracara chimango belong to?

Caracara chimango (Milvago chimango) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Caracara chimango?

The closest relatives of Caracara chimango in the genus Milvago include pigua.