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Falco biarmicus
A large falcon of Africa, southeastern Europe and Arabia, slate to brown-grey or paler blue-grey above with a streaked breast and slimmer than the saker. Captive-bred birds are flown in falconry.
The lanner falcon (Falco biarmicus) ranges across Africa into southeastern Europe and Arabia. It is 43-50 cm long with a wingspan of 95-105 cm, slightly smaller and slimmer than the saker. Five subspecies are recognised: nominate biarmicus from the Democratic Republic of the Congo to South Africa, feldeggii from Italy to Turkey, Azerbaijan and northwestern Iran, tanypterus from northeastern Africa to Arabia and Israel, erlangeri in northwestern Africa, and abyssinicus from southern Mauritania to Ethiopia, Somalia, Cameroon and northern Kenya. Eurasian birds are slate or brown-grey above while most African races are a paler blue grey, and the breast is streaked, more heavily in northern birds. Some populations move with seasonal rains and altitude, using higher ground when breeding. The species is bred in captivity for falconry, and hybrids with the peregrine, known as perilanners, are often seen. Wild numbers are declining strongly and steadily in Europe and throughout North Africa, though the bird remains relatively common in parts of Africa.
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The Lanner Falcon lives 20-25 years.
The Lanner Falcon grows to 43-50cm (wingspan 95-105cm).
Origin
Much of Africa plus southeastern Europe and Arabia, in five subspecies
Lifespan
20-25 years
Size
43-50cm (wingspan 95-105cm)
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Accepted name: Falco biarmicus Temminck, 1825
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Falco biarmicus. Covered by the order-level listing of Falconiformes in CITES Appendix II, so international trade requires an export permit. It is not among Japan's designated dangerous animals.
Sources: CITES Appendices (Appendix II) / IUCN Red List / Cabinet Order under the Act on Welfare and Management of Animals, appended table (designated dangerous animals)
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Temperature
15〜30℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Frozen raptor food such as quail and day-old chicks; in the wild mainly birds
It needs a weather-proof, predator-proof mews of adequate size or tethered housing plus daily free flight, with space and perch surfaces that spare the feathers.
A solitary hunter with no group sociability. It is regarded as one of the more tractable falconry birds, but daily weight management and manning remain essential.
It repeats a harsh high call when excited or waiting for food, and is not a persistent caller.
Listed on CITES Appendix II, so import requires an export permit. Peregrine hybrids, perilanners, are sometimes traded, so confirm species and provenance when buying.
Advanced. This is an advanced-level species. It requires specialized equipment and advanced husbandry skills with precise environmental control.
The average lifespan of Lanner Falcon is 20-25 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Lanner Falcon typically reaches 43-50cm (wingspan 95-105cm) as an adult. Size may vary depending on care conditions and individual genetics.
Lanner Falcon feeds on: Frozen raptor food such as quail and day-old chicks; in the wild mainly birds. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Lanner Falcon varies significantly depending on variety, age, sex, and the individual animal's condition. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: September 17, 2026