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12. Peregrine falcons

Sun Jun 1, 2025, 09:08 AM

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Last edited Sun Jun 1, 2025, 09:42 AM - Edit history (1)

The fastest living creatures on Earth. They can dive at 200mph, and knock a pelican out of the sky if it gets too close to their nest.

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The circle of life! (Photo heavy, not for the squeamish). [View all] Grumpy Old Guy May 31 OP

Beautiful birds! SheltieLover May 31 #1

Thank you! Grumpy Old Guy May 31 #2

Fantastic shots, my dear Grumpy! CaliforniaPeggy May 31 #3

Thanks dear Peggy! Grumpy Old Guy May 31 #4

Isn't it amazing? Grumpy Old Guy Jun 1 #8

Thanks George! Much appreciated. Grumpy Old Guy Jun 1 #9

You can see them at times in the skies in downtown Los Angeles. Tarzanrock Jun 1 #10

I'll have to go downtown to find them. Grumpy Old Guy Jun 1 #13

Beautiful pic's, thanks... Any idea what kind of bird it is? nt mitch96 Jun 1 #11

Peregrine falcons Grumpy Old Guy Jun 1 #12