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Peregrine falcon - Wikipedia The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), also known simply as the peregrine, [3] is a cosmopolitan bird of prey (raptor) in the family Falconidae renowned for its speed A large, crow -sized falcon, it has a blue-grey back, barred white underparts, and a black head
PEREGRINE Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster But even before peregrine appeared on its own in English, it was part of the name of that well-known bird of prey, the peregrine falcon The bird's appellation derives from "falco peregrinus"—literally, "pilgrim falcon" in Medieval Latin
Peregrine falcon - Oregon Department of Fish Wildlife Peregrines are medium-sized raptors, and share characteristics with all falcons: bill conspicuously toothed and notched, presence of a nasal cone, and pointed wings for swift flight In Oregon, Peregrines occur as resident and migratory populations It is a regular breeder and uncommon migrant
Peregrine Falcon | Audubon Field Guide One of the world's fastest birds; in power-diving from great heights to strike prey, the Peregrine may possibly reach 200 miles per hour Regarded by falconers and biologists alike as one of the noblest and most spectacular of all birds of prey
Peregrine falcon | Speed, Diet, Facts | Britannica The peregrine falcon is best known for its diving speed during flight —which can reach more than 300 km (186 miles) per hour—making it not only the world’s fastest bird but also the world’s fastest animal
What is so special about peregrine falcon? - Birdful The peregrine falcon is a remarkable bird of prey that is renowned for its speed, grace, and hunting prowess As one of nature’s most supreme aerial predators, the peregrine has captivated humans for centuries with its stunning dives and deadly strikes
Peregrine Falcon - U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service The peregrine falcon is one of nature’s swiftest and most beautiful birds of prey Its name comes from the Latin word peregrinus, meaning “foreigner” or “traveler ”
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Peregrine Falcons - U. S. National Park Service The Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) has the most extensive distribution of any bird in the world The American peregrine falcon is found in Arches, typically nesting in shallow caves high on cliff walls along the Colorado River