#peregrine falcon.

[valtsv]

i enjoy comparing the different ways that birds of prey attack. you've got eagles doing the classic lord of the skies, king of the air, death from above pose

and then you've got peregrine falcons who are just like "fuck it. tactical missile strike."

[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

[antiqueanimals]

Drawing Birds. Written and illustrated by Maurice Wilson. Published in 1965.

Internet Archive

[rfskia]

[littlecrittereli]

More Concept Art Yippee!

Been cooking this one up for almost a week now...

Still no context because I'm still developing the plot line for Reprogrammed's Sequel...

[gatoiberico]

Head in hands, head in heart I die again today and live again tomorrow It is a truth you've told me many times You, who I know so well yet cannot put a name to

print

[simplified-birds]

Simplified bird #59 - peregrine falcon

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

[fullfrontalbirds]

Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)

© Shamik Sathe

[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

[if-i-eated-soaps]

i have returned with art

@todaysbird