Two billion termites in two weeks: How Amur falcons cross the Arabian Sea

London, UK (SPX) Sep 05, 2024

One million Amur Falcons (Falco amurensis) can consume two billion termites in just over fifteen days. This is according to a paper published in the newest issue of the Journal of Raptor Research. These numbers are big, and the conclusions are even bigger – Northeast India provides a crucial stopover site for these falcons as they prepare to cross the Arabian Sea, a flight that earns them the ti
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