Return of the Raptor
About a week ago, my Animal Law class had a visit from a distinguished guest at the Raptor Center, MN. Before having the opportunity to see this wonderful creature, we had an informative presentation about guest's history, survival story and some fun facts. Here's a gist of the presentation...
The Peregrine Falcon was once an endangered species in the United States. Ever since their enlistment under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), peregrine falcon populations have made a great comeback due to the bans on usage of DDT and similar pesticides. Captive breeding programs have also helped to boost the bird's numbers in the U.S. and Canada.
Falcons are formidable hunters that prey on other birds (and bats) in mid-flight. They hunt from above, and after seeing their prey, drop into a steep, swift dive that can top 200 miles an hour!
Peregrine falcons are about the size and weight of a crow - females are larger and more powerful than males. Adults have slate dark blue-gray wings and backs barred with black, pale undersides, white faces with a black stripe on each cheek, and large, dark eyes. Their wings are long and pointed - Peregrines look, in a nutshell, fast.
And here's a photo of our guest of honor - The Peregrine Falcon!
Peregrine Falcon
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