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Peregrine Falcon
Falco peregrinus
42.3193, -85.1824
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Description:
The fastest bird in the world, in a dive these birds can reach speeds of 200 mph . They Mate for life ,& live 7 - 20 years. They catch their prey in flight & in the urban environment consist . There is a estimated 1.650 nesting pairs in the U.S.A & Canada , they can be found around the world except the Antarctic . ( Peregrinus in latin means " To wander " .
Habitat:
In a urban setting these Raptors nest atop sky scrapers & Bridges .
Notes:
This pair of Falcons are nesting on a 20 story building , & have been for several years .
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PublishedMarch 14, 2016
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