Due to a persistent strong easterly wind, Red-footed Falcons were seen in several places in the Netherlands in September. Several birds were also seen on Texel. This beautiful falcon breeds in Eastern Europe. The food consists mainly of insects and sometimes mice, which are taken from Common Kestrels.

Roodpootvalk / Red-footed Falcon Falco vespertinus, 2e cy man / male, Texel - 06092024

Roodpootvalk / Red-footed Falcon Falco vespertinus, 2e cy ♂ met Torenvalk / with Common Kestrel, Texel - 06092024

Roodpootvalk / Red-footed Falcon Falco vespertinus, 1e cy, Texel - 06092024