The peregrine falcon, known scientifically as Falco peregrinus, is a bird of prey renowned for its speed and hunting prowess. With a presence that spans all continents except Antarctica, this ...

This speed is achieved during a hunting dive, known as a stoop, where the falcon can be seen tucking in its wings and plunging toward its prey. This dive speed is so impressive because it is faster ...

In the winter months, protected peregrine falcons start building their nests on Western North Carolina’s high cliffs.

A falconer contracted by Charleston County will stay in the area until March 17, flying eight falcons and hawks daily to keep ...

A lucky photographer was able to catch a rare glimpse of a Peregrine falcon as it circled over Lackford Lakes, near Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk.

Unfortunately, the most common falcon, American kestrel, is on a downward slide, although it is still easily the most ...

Nestled into a nook of Morro Rock, a peregrine falcon shifted out of the shadows and poked his head into the sun — revealing itself to a group of hushed birdwatchers hoping to catch a glimpse of the ...