Falcon - Wikipedia
Falcons (/ ˈfɒlkən, ˈfɔːl -, ˈfæl -/) are birds of prey in the genus Falco, which includes about 40 species.
8 Types of Falcons in North America - Wildlife Informer
Jul 15, 2024 · Falcons live all over the world, and there are as many as 35 species of true falcons in the genus falco of the family Falconidae (which includes hawks and other birds of prey). …
Falcon | Bird of Prey, Hunting & Migration | Britannica
Jan 13, 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 …
19 Different Types of Falcons With Facts and Photos - Wildlife …
Aug 3, 2023 · Falcons are highly specialized carnivores that actively hunt for prey which include reptiles, rodents, insects, smaller birds, and small vertebrates. They are the largest genus in …
Falcon Facts, Types, Classification, Habitat, Diet, Adaptations
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 …
Falcon - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
Falcons are raptors, or birds of prey, with sharp talons on their feet, and sharp curved beaks. They are incredibly skilled predators on the wing, and their narrow wings enable them to …
Peregrine Falcon Identification - All About Birds
Peregrine Falcons are the largest falcon over most of the continent, with long, pointed wings and a long tail. Be sure to look at shape as well as size—long primary feathers give the Peregrine …
Peregrine Falcon - Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Falconry, the use of birds of prey in hunting, dates back to the year 2000 B.C. in ancient Egypt and China. The practice reached Europe by 300 B.C. Because of its strength, intelligence, and …
All The Falcons In Ohio And Their Calls (ID, Photos, When To Spot)
Six of the eleven types of Falcons found in North America have been spotted in Ohio. Three of these are regularly occurring (common) and three are rare or accidental species in the state. …
4 Falcons in Ohio (with Photos) - Bird Feeder Hub
The 4 species of falcons found in Ohio are the American Kestrel, Merlin, Peregrine Falcon, and more rarely the Gyrfalcon. Let’s take a look at each species. 1. American Kestrel Image: …