Faulcons
| Title |
Peregrine Falcon |
| Origtitle |
Falcon |
| Caption |
The Peregrine Falcon |
| Source |
US Geological Survey Website |
| URL |
http://pubs.usgs.gov/circ/circ1208/introduction.htm |
| Creator |
John James Audubon |
| Type |
Internet |
| Origin |
1821 |
| Notes |
The peregrine falcon holds the distinction as the world’s fastest animal. During a dive, the peregrine can reach speeds exceeding 200 mph. This crow-sized bird is also the bird of prey that features the largest habitat distribution, with peregrines found in nearly every climate except the poles. |
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Faulcons
