Trossachs Bird of Prey Trail, The Trossachs Stirling, United KingdomMerlinhttp://birdofpreytrail.com05:01 06-Oct-2011
MERLIN
The merlin is the smallest bird of prey to be found along the Trail. It is likely to be seen in winter as it dashes at high-speed close to the ground hunting small perching birds on farmland or upon open moorland.
Wingspan: 2 feet (55-65 cm)
Colour: Dark brown above with a lighter brown breast.
Similar to: kestrel, peregrine
How do I know? The smallest bird of prey, similar in size to a blackbird.
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