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A falcon's feast: Amur raptors feast on termites

Each autumn, Amur falcons feast on termites in northeast India, fueling a long sea crossing while helping control pest populations, writes Spoorthy Raman
Last Updated : 25 October 2024, 23:20 IST

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Regurgitated pellets from the falcons were examined under the microscope to determine which species were included in prey remains.

Regurgitated pellets from the falcons were examined under the microscope to determine which species were included in prey remains.

Credit: Saikat Banik, Alex Jacob &  Harindra Baraiya

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Published 25 October 2024, 23:20 IST

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