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Eleonora's Falcon

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Eleonora's Falcon  (Falco eleonorae)

This species nests in colonies consisting of anywhere between a few members up to more than 200 pairs, and are found on rocky islands with cliffs. Its diet consists mainly of insects and small migratory birds. It is found on islands in the Mediterranean. Its most important colonies are found in Greece, which hosts 2/3 of its world population. An average estimation is 4500 pairs. The Park is one of its most important habitats.

 

 

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