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Perigrine Falcon

Falco perigrinus

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Field Notes

Description:

The perigrine falcon is a bird eating falcon that is known for being the fastest animal on Earth, reaching 200 mph in a dive. They are often grey, black, or brown on top and white on their under belly.

Habitat:

These falcons are cliff dwelling raptors but are seen in urban environments as well as coastlines but can be found all over the world.

Notes:

They are awesome :D

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