Peregrine falcon  

Peregrine falcons are the fastest animals on the planet, capable of diving at speeds over 380 km/h.

Peregrine falcons have excellent vision, allowing them to spot prey from over 3 kilometers away.

They primarily hunt other birds, using their speed and agility to catch them mid-air.

Peregrine falcons have a specialized keel on their chest that helps them reduce drag during high-speed dives.

These falcons are found on every continent except Antarctica, and they often nest on tall man-made structures like skyscrapers.

Peregrine falcons have been successfully reintroduced to many areas after their population declined due to pesticide use.

Peregrine falcon  

bullet The Biggest Animals: #41

bullet The Heaviest Animals: #43

bullet The Fastest Animals: #1

bullet The Longest Living Animals: #40

bullet The Fastest Birds: #1

bullet The Biggest Birds: #5


Peregrine falcon  
Peregrine falcon  

0.58 meters

1.5 kilo

15 years

389 kmph

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