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Bookmark or Share- Peregrine falcon - WikipediaThe peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), also known simply as the peregrine, and historically as the duck hawk in North America, is a cosmopolitan bird of prey (raptor) in the family Falconidae. A large, crow -sized falcon , it has a blue-grey back, barred white underparts, and a black head.
- Peregrine Falcon | National GeographicPhoto Ark. Peregrine Falcon. Common Name: Peregrine Falcon. Scientific Name: Falco peregrinus. Type: Birds. Diet: Carnivore. Average Life Span In The Wild: Up to 17 years. Size: Body: 14 to 19...
- Peregrine Falcon Identification - All About BirdsPeregrine Falcons are the largest falcon over most of the continent, with long, pointed wings and a long tail. Be sure to look at shape as well as size—long primary feathers give the Peregrine a long-winged shape. As with most raptors, males are smaller than females, so Peregrines can overlap with large female Merlins or small male Gyrfalcons.
- Peregrine Falcon | National Wildlife FederationClassification: Bird. Description. Peregrine falcons are quick, large predatory raptors. The falcon's strong, sharp yellow talons allow it to capture other birds, even while in flight. Peregrine falcons can be hard to identify because of their quick flight and camouflage coloring.
- Peregrine Falcon - National Geographic KidsA common bird of prey (a group of hunting birds that includes such birds as hawks and eagles ), the peregrine is an adaptable falcon that can be found in almost any habitat....
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