White-fronted Falconet
A species of Typical falconets Scientific name : Microhierax latifrons Genus : Typical falconets
White-fronted Falconet, A species of Typical falconets
Botanical name: Microhierax latifrons
Genus: Typical falconets
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Description
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING 
Description
The white-fronted falconet, Bornean falconet, (Microhierax latifrons) is a species of bird of prey in the family Falconidae. It is endemic to Sabah on the island of Borneo. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and arable land. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
Size
17 cm
Feeding Habits
White-fronted Falconet primarily consumes insects, such as dragonflies and bees, and is also known to prey on small birds. Family groups may indicate collaborative hunting, similar to their relative M. fringillarius, employing comparable hunting tactics.
Habitat
The habitat of white-fronted Falconet encompasses open forests and adjacent regions such as forest edges and clearings. These birds are also found in agricultural zones where trees are interspersed. The typical environment is characterized by a considerable amount of tree cover, with varying degrees of vegetation density, supporting their hunting and nesting requirements.
Dite type
Carnivorous
Photo By Charley Hesse TROPICAL BIRDING 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Diurnal Birds of Prey Family
Falcons and caracaras Genus
Typical falconets Species
White-fronted Falconet 
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