Peregrine Falcons are females being considerably larger than males.The Peregrine is renowned for its speed, reaching over 322 km/h (200 mph) during its characteristic hunting stoop (high speed dive),making it the fastest member of the animal kingdom. According to a National Geographic program, the highest measured speed of a Peregrine Falcon is 389 km/h (242 mph).
Two fantastic images Joe,these are one of my favorite Falcons.
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John.
Fantastic pictures have been following them on the webcam on Norwich Cathedral...amazing bird .thanks Joe.
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