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The black-thighed falconet (Microhierax fringillarius) belongs to the Aves class of birds and the family Falconidae. The geographic range of these birds is limited to the forest, forest edge, and urban and semi-urban regions of Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Myanmar, and Brunei Darussalam. They are also known to thrive in clearings that are destroyed by forest fires. This species is characterized by a shiny black head, a white chest, and a reddish-brown abdomen. The plumage of their wings and thighs are black, thus justifying their name. These small birds are known for their spectacular hunting skills, like swiftly catching their prey mid-air. They mostly feed on insects but sometimes they also prey on small birds and reptiles. The breeding season of black-thighed falconet birds is approximately from February to May. These birds do not build their own nest, instead, they occupy the deserted tree holes of barbets and woodpeckers. The population of these birds is quite stable but they are f
