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Where do falconiforms live around the world?

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Red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis). — Falconiform Red-tailed hawk (*Buteo jamaicensis*).

Falconiforms are birds of prey that are found virtually worldwide, inhabiting diverse environments ranging from Arctic to equatorial latitudes.12

They occupy a wide variety of habitats, including:
* Open country: Many species are most common and varied in warm, relatively open areas, such as deserts and grasslands.13
* Forests: Several species, particularly in South America, have adapted to life in tropical forests and jungles.13
* Coastal and urban areas: Some species, such as the peregrine falcon, are highly adaptable and can be found in coastal regions, rocky cliffs, and even urban environments, where they nest on skyscrapers and bridges.13

While they are widespread, they are seldom abundant in any single location, typically maintaining low population densities. Some species are migratory, moving between regions, while most remain in their established territories throughout the year.12