Microhierax

The typical falconets, Microhierax, are a genus of bird of prey in the Falconidae family. They are found in southeast Asia and the smallest members of Falconiformes, averaging about 15 cm in length and 35 g in weight. The smallest members of the genus are the relatively widespread Black-thighed Falconet, and the White-fronted Falconet on the island of Borneo.

Species:
 * Collared Falconet, Microhierax caerulescens
 * Black-thighed Falconet, Microhierax fringillarius
 * White-fronted Falconet, Microhierax latifrons
 * Philippine Falconet, Microhierax erythrogenys
 * Pied Falconet, Microhierax melanoleucus