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Falco peregrinus
Often referred to as fastest bird in the world,the Peregrine Falcon hunts medium-sized birds, dropping down on them from high above in a spectacular stoop. It may reach speeds of 320 km/h (200 mph) as it drops toward its prey. They were virtually eradicated from eastern North America by pesticide poisoning in the middle 20th century. After significant recovery efforts, Peregrine Falcons have made an incredible rebound and are now regularly seen in many large cities and coastal areas.
Spotted on Oct 11, 2014
Submitted on Oct 18, 2014
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