Falco Peregrinus by danob
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Description
A large falcon in which the sexes look alike. The female (the falcon) is about one-third larger than the male (the tiercel). Adults have a dark slate-blue back and wings and a dark blue tail that is lightly barred. The top of the head is dark with a dark stripe running down the side of the face. The cere, legs, and feet are bright yellow. The underside of the adult is light with vertical streaks across the breast, belly and legs. Immatures are uniformly brown on the back, top of the head, and wings, with a light underside streaked with brown. Peregrine falcons are widely distributed resulting in many populations and sub-species (22 by one count) each with a slight variation of the above plumage.
RANGE:
Distributed worldwide, peregrine falcons are found on every continent except Antarctica. They can be found breeding in the arctic tundra, through Europe, and North America, and south into Africa, South America, the Pacific Islands and Australia.
HABITAT:
Peregrine falcons are birds of open spaces usually associated with high cliffs and bluffs overlooking rivers and coasts. Recently, many cities with tall buildings have become home to pairs of peregrines. Many populations are migratory (their name means "wandering falcon") and will travel great distances.
Here over the kill which is shielded from preying eyes Thanks for taking time to look and your comments
Comments (60)
Agun
very nice shot and informative text.Must have taken some time to get the shot.
cynlee
fantastic image! the eyes looking very protective over his catch! congrats on this! :]
RodolfoCiminelli
Excellent and very opportune shot my friend!!! Spectacular falcon!!!
zaberc
Oh!!! excellent shot of this impressive falcon pose!
nelsone
What a great catch of him mantling over his prey! Thanks for all the info, but where did you find him?
Synapse
Danny, thank you for the insight into this magnificent creature. You show a great affinity and respect in your work, this shot is typically pro quality ;-)
Tedz
I have always had trouble Identifying the Sexes....sigh....but, I am easy going...wink...fabulous Birdie here....I would love to be crawling around in the Grass with You....manly hugz
Cosme..D..Churruca
Superb info, impressive capture !
YohannR
Absolutely Superbe Picture...!!!!!!!! And your comments are very educative... Very Good Job...!!!
gunsan
Wonderful pose, like he/she is dancing for you. These birds are so fascinating, thanks for your great info and of course for the masterful photo!
vlaaitje
O my Danny, this is a real eye catcher...what a beautiful bird, wonderful eyes, I guess he keep an eye on you....perfect details and pose too
ShadowWind
Amazing shot, he looks very proud and the eagle that you posted yesterday was just as grand. WOnderful work...
AlainC
i'm very sorry i don't know how to translate this (feelings would not be there) : aussi oustouflant que l'aigle ! avec en bonus qui il est ! un trs grand merci pour ces si belles photos.
melevos
Superb photo!!Excellent shot!!
Pierre59
Excellente prise de vue et photo....
Lary
Another stunning capture! Super! :)
Sekadhar
Look at that eyes! You are lucky to find something like this fantastic falcon is! Excellent shot:))!!!
NODROG69
Stunning image ~ the eyes say it all. Fabulous image.
dbyrd
Great shot. You are raising the bar as far as educational commentary goes!
fixair
splandid bird, and shot ;op vote
jimry
A fine capture of a rapture with his capture :)
Corwin13
Magnifique! A great shot!!! Vote
Sylvaine
May be your heard about my father...he was an ornithologue and a famous photographer of animal...You seems to be a specialist too...and must say I really admire your pictures...I did not know that in "falconide" the female whas bigger..Love your comments very instructive. Thanks. Beautifulllllllllll.
borsy
Excellent image, Danny!!
Andromeda31
Superb capture...he's posing just for you! Excellent!!!! :D
sossy
gorgeous shot and interesting comment! wonderful captured wings and composition!
glix70
He was conscous to be the subject of your beautiful capture... Thanks for the excellent explaination too!!! I love it incredible shot dear friend!!! :)
susanmoses
What a magnificent creature! Love this series Danny! Falconry is something I would like to try sometime... seems such a romantic sport!
logiloglu
a fantastic shot. simply perfect,Danny. !!!!!! #:O) !!!!!!!!!!
vbarreto
Magnificent bird. Very professional capture.