Peregrine Falcon
Falco peregrinus
UK Birds of Conservation Concern: Green
Wingspan
95-115 cm
Sightings Logged
0
Legal Protection
Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981
Species Overview
Renowned as the fastest animal on earth during its hunting dive (stoop). Historically nesting on sea cliffs and rocky uplands, now increasingly colonising city cathedral spires and towers.
Field Identification & Silhouette
Stocky, anchor-shaped silhouette in flight; broad-based, sharply pointed wings; slate-blue back, finely barred underside, and a distinctive dark "mustache" helmet over white cheeks.
Recent Observations
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