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Peregrine Falcon Kills Duck Midair. Falconry is the age old practice of hunting with raptors. Sheldon Nicolle is an enthusiast of the sport who came up with...
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Prairie falcons are famous for their hard-hitting hunting tactics. Here a wild juvenile female finishes off a drake mallard with a high-speed headshot. Analy...
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Mar 24, 2023 · A Peregrine Falcon Hunts A Duck. Over the past three years I have had the privilege of working with master falconer, Matt Mitchell in New Mexico, recording what his birds can do. Filming...
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The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus), also known simply as the peregrine, [3] and historically as the duck hawk in North America, [4] is a cosmopolitan bird of prey (raptor) in the family Falconidae.
Peregrine Falcon vs. Duck on Vimeo. 8 years ago. Patrick J. Rainey. Download. Share. Rob and Mitch, longtime and experienced falconers, show off a Peregrine Falcon named Clyde. The hungry falcon was released over a pond loaded out with ducks. About halfway through the video, you can see Clyde dive bomb the ducks and knock one out of the sky.
Apr 15, 2024 · Key Takeaways: The peregrine falcon is a falcon species and a bird of prey. This bird is known for its incredible speed and agility. The peregrine falcon employs unique hunting techniques. It migrates across diverse habitats. Conservation efforts play a crucial role in preserving the peregrine falcon’s future.
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Large and powerful, with typical pointed-winged falcon silhouette. Flies with strong shallow wingbeats; when diving on prey, may reach speeds of well over 100 mph. Usually looks quite dark (although Arctic birds are paler), with dark hooded effect.