Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus)

Above: A young Tundra Peregrine Falcon (F. p. tundrius) in Wicomico Co., Maryland (10/1/2006). "Juvenile tundrius has a pale eyebrow and larger pale area on side of face; underparts more finely streaked." (N.G. Field Guide to the Birds of N.A.)
Below: A Peregrine Falcon on Morro Rock, California.

Below: A Peregrine Falcon in Harford Co., Maryland (12/20/2013).

Below: A Peregrine Falcon on the Ocean City water tower so popular in previous years, but neglected for the last couple (1/1/2012).

Below: This Peregrine Falcon was a surprise perched in a tree near the former Eagle's Nest Campground, Worcester Co., Maryland (1/6/2008).

Below: We spotted this interesting Peregrine Falcon on Assateague Island, Worcester Co., Maryland (10/5/2008). It appears that its head was dyed for a research study.

Flight Profiles

Below: A Peregrine Falcon soars over Assateague Island, Maryland (10/10/10).

A Peregrine Falcon soars over Assateague Island, Maryland (10/10/10). Photo by Bill Hubick.

Below: A Peregrine Falcon drops to the water after a prey item - Assateague Island, Maryland (9/18/2011).

A Peregrine Falcon drops to the water after a prey item - Assateague Island, Maryland (9/18/2011).  Photo by Bill Hubick.


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