
Falcon - Wikipedia
Falcons (/ ˈfɒlkən, ˈfɔːl -, ˈfæl -/) are birds of prey in the genus Falco, which includes about 40 species.
Historic Mansion Tour Between Nashville & Chattanooga: Falcon ...
They are entirely hidden in the 1890s inside our tall holly hedge. Enter at the Visitor Center just past the hedge at 85 Bluff Springs Road. Access to the gardens is restricted to paid tourists, overnight guests, …
Falcon | Bird of Prey, Hunting & Migration | Britannica
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.
Peregrine Falcon Identification, All About Birds, Cornell Lab ...
Feb 24, 2018 · 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 …
Types Of Falcons - BirdWatching
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 …
Falcon Facts, Types, Classification, Habitat, Diet ...
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 …
Falcon Bird Facts - A-Z Animals
Nov 13, 2025 · Falcons are fast, agile birds of prey found worldwide — the peregrine falcon is the fastest animal on Earth, diving over 200 mph.