Peregrine falcon

Sept 29, 2020, Rondeau Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada.



From the pontoon boat, we saw two peregrines perched then flying on the south beach near Erieau.
Falco peregrinus
The Peregrine Falcon is a very fast flier, averaging 40-55 km/h (25-34 mph) in traveling flight, and reaching speeds up to 112 km/h (69 mph) in direct pursuit of prey. During its spectacular hunting stoop from heights of over 1 km (0.62 mi), the peregrine may reach speeds of 320 km/h (200 mph) as it drops toward its prey.

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Irene said…
Excellent photos of 2 different birds !
You could probably make big $$$ selling those pics !
Let us know if you have any "feedback" on the red leg tag
of the bird in flight---someone should know about that bird !
11:23 am
Irene said…
Well--on closer inspection--I see that the bird has 2 tags,
one on each leg--that might make info on the bird even easier !
11:37 am
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