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Peregrine Falcon
Falco peregrinus
The Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) is a formidable bird of prey, renowned for its extraordinary speed, reaching over 240 mph (386 km/h) during its characteristic hunting stoop, making it the fastest animal on the planet. This raptor is roughly the size of a crow, with a win…
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- Peregrine Falcons have one of the most widespread distributions of any bird of prey, being found on every continent except Antarctica.
- The Peregrine Falcon's recovery from near extinction in the mid-20th century, due to DDT pesticide exposure, is one of conservation's greatest success stories. Unlike many birds of prey, peregrines have adapted well to urban environments, often nesting on tall buildings which mimic their natural cliff-side habitats. Their incredible vision is eight times sharper than that of humans, allowing them to spot prey from over 3 kilometers away. Despite their reputation for speed, peregrines are also capable of sustained endurance flights during migration, traveling up to 15,500 miles (25,000 km) a year.
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