Peregrine Falcon

 

DesertDale even had the pleasure of seeing a Peregrine Falcon, a rare bird that was almost wiped out by DDT by the 60's.for

It is known for its speed, grace and power in the air.  Someone has said they have been  clock  going 200 miles a hour.   It has been found on every  continent.  It has been known as the "Duck Hawk" in North America.  It is seen around water .

 

They primarily on birds taken in flight.  At time they will even feed on a bat or rodents.   They are a raptor with long pointed wings and a medium-length tail.  When sitting their wing go almost to their tail.

 

They nests on the Alaskan and Canadian tundra, and is the longest-distance migrant.     They  were almost wiped out by DDT by the 60's.

These photos was take at the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge in Arizona.

Enjoy.  Kitfoxgal