Falcons are known to be fast and powerful predatory birds. However, the peregrine falcon stands in a class by itself. The peregrine falcon is so fast that scientists had to create a computer model to ...

New research into the hunting techniques of Peregrine falcons shows why the birds travel as fast as Formula One cars to catch their prey. Peregrine falcons reach breakneck speeds and dive down onto ...

In the absence of many cyclists, beachgoers and motorists, another kind of tourist has emerged near some area beaches: peregrine falcons. Perry Doggrell, a volunteer photographer for Gulf Islands ...

Do you know what the fastest animal in the world is? Photo: Getty Images Whether on four paws, with fins, or wings, the animal kingdom moves at a rapid pace. Some animals seem to simply ignore the ...

If wide population distribution is a sure sign of an animal’s evolutionary success, then the falcon is a clear winner. The roughly 40 types of falcons are distributed across every continent except ...

Diving off downtown's J.P. Morgan Chase Building, the peregrine falcon, with its 3-foot wingspan and hyper-precise vision, is an airborne predator that awes office workers and military pilots alike.

Osprey: This majestic bird can make a dive with a miraculous speed of 200 miles per hour. Golden Eagle: This eagle is a powerful bird that can fly up to 200 miles per hour. Red-Tailed Hawk: This ...