Hawks vs Falcons: What's The Difference
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Hawks and falcons are both birds of prey with some key differences.
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Hawks have broad, rounded wings for soaring, while falcons have long, pointed wings for high-speed flight.
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Hawks have long, rounded tails for steering, while falcons have long, narrow tails that help stabilise them during high-speed flights.
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Falcons have a distinctive notch on their beak used to deliver a precise killing blow to prey, which hawks lack.
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Hawks often have broader heads, while falcons tend to have more rounded and slender heads.
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Hawks often hunt by perching and scanning the ground for prey before diving.
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Falcons are known for high-speed aerial pursuits and dives, called stoops, reaching incredible speeds.
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Falcons primarily hunt other birds and bats, while hawks are more versatile, hunting both birds and small mammals.
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