Peregrine Falcon
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| Speed | 390 km/h (Maximum, Large Adult) |
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| Class | Aves |
| Family | Falconidae |
| Wingspan | 74 – 120 cm (Large Adult) |
| Scientific name | Falco peregrinus |
| Mass | Female: 0. 7 – 1. 5 kg (Large Adult), Male: 0. 33 – 1 kg (Large Adult) |
| Did you know | Some peregrine falcons will use man-made structures such as bridges and skyscrapers to nest. |
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| ID | 1373858 |
About Peregrine Falcon
The peregrine falcon, also known as the peregrine, and historically as the duck hawk in North America, is a widespread bird of prey in the family Falconidae. A large, crow-sized falcon, it has a blue-grey back, barred white underparts, and a black head.
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Peregrine falcon Photos
