Falcons (/ ˈfɒlkən, ˈfɔːl -, ˈfæl -/) are birds of prey in the genus Falco, which includes about 40 species.

Jul 15, 2024 · Falcons are small, fast birds of prey with long, pointed wings. Their speed and ferocity have made them popular birds, both with bird-watchers and falconers- people who train birds-of-prey …

Nov 17, 2025 · Falcon, any of nearly 60 species of hawks of the family Falconidae (order Falconiformes), diurnal birds of prey characterized by long, pointed wings and swift, powerful flight.

Watch Warren peregrine falcon family live with EarthCam. See Isabella and General Brock raise their chicks in this rare wildlife view 24/7.

Sep 20, 2024 · Small to medium-sized diurnal raptors differ from hawks and their allies by using their beaks instead of their feet to kill prey. Falconiformes have hooked bills, sharply curved talons, and …

Aug 3, 2023 · Click here to learn about 19 different types of falcons found across the globe! These are hands-down some of the prettiest falcon types.

Falcons are any of the diurnal birds of prey belonging to the family Falconidae, distinguished by their thin, tapered wings. Known for their amazing flying abilities, they possess plumes or ‘flags’ on the …

Feb 28, 2025 · Falcons finally began using the box in 2009. Since 2009, 61 falcon chicks have hatched at Blount and there are 84 known "grandchildren," adding more than 140 endangered peregrine …

Wayne State University's new female peregrine falcon is Lillie, and she has Detroit roots!

Mar 18, 2025 · The Peregrine Falcon may be the most common falcon, but the Gyr Falcon is the largest species. They are difficult to spot though, as they live in the high Arctic and tend to avoid humans …