saker

Saker is a word with multiple meanings. In Swedish, saker is the plural form of sak, meaning a thing, object, or matter. It is used to refer to possessions or topics in everyday language and appears in phrases such as saker och ting. The form is common across Swedish-speaking contexts.

Several contexts use the term saker to denote the Saker falcon, a large raptor scientifically known as Falco cherrug. It is native to Eurasia, from parts of Central Asia to southeastern Europe, and favors open habitats such as steppes, grasslands, and scrub. Sakers hunt mainly by high-speed stoops at small birds and mammals, and their diet reflects local availability. The species is migratory in some populations and has historically been valued in falconry, particularly in Central Asia and the Middle East.

Conservation and regulation: The Saker falcon has faced population declines due to trapping for falconry, habitat loss, and collisions with power lines. It is protected under national laws and international agreements, and trade is subject to controls under CITES. The IUCN Red List classifies the species as Endangered, highlighting ongoing threats and the need for habitat protection and sustainable falconry practices.