#peregrine falcon

[todaysbird]

the peregrine falcon, known historically in north america as the duck hawk, is one of the world’s most widely distributed birds, and indisputably the most widespread raptor; they are found on every continent with the exception of antarctica. they are skilled hunters, in part due to their status as the world’s fastest animals (often misattributed to the cheetah); they are capable of diving at over 200 mph, with the highest recorded speed being 242 mph. they are known to feed on a diverse array of reptiles, mammals, or whatever prey they can carry, but they often show a preference for feeding on passerine birds. this has led to this species thriving in urban environments due to their willingness to feed on invasive species like the rock dove. they are also common in falconry, and are known as a highly trainable and reliable bird. like most birds of prey, peregrines exhibit sexual dimorphism, with females being significantly larger than males.

[awkward-parabuteo]

A very flappy guy

[jackalbuzzards]

boat

[if-i-eated-soaps]

one of my favorite birds! @todaysbird

[rfskia]

[simplified-birds]

Simplified bird #59 - peregrine falcon

( requested by @stars-on-my-bedroom-ceiling )

[fullfrontalbirds]

Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)

© Shamik Sathe

[antiqueanimals]

Virginia Wildlife; vol. 18, no. 8. August, 1957.

Internet Archive

[birds-of-prey-daily]

Peregrine Falcon

[talos-stims]

peregrine falcon closeup by harry collins photography | source

[ridiculousbirdfaces]

Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)

[kojitheopossum]

Does the swallow dream of flying / As it sleeps on the wing / Does it long for the summer / As it flies home for spring

[todayintokyo]

Peregrine falcon, known as hayabusa in Japanese, by @Jimny_JB74_

[clitoris-maximus]

meg bird moment ^_^

here's him with a mourning dove and a peregrine falcon :3 (my two fave birds) (megs is a falconer in my heart)

[if-i-eated-soaps]

i have returned with art

@todaysbird

[rfskia]