Peregrine falcons have dark stripes under their eyes, thought to reduce sun glare. But in other falcon species these markings are unrelated to sunlight.
They occur on all continents except Antarctica. Falcons belong to a group of unrelated birds called raptors (or birds of prey), which are distinguished mainly by their hooked beaks, keen eyesight ...
Nestled into a nook of Morro Rock, a peregrine falcon shifted out of the shadows and poked his head into the sun — revealing itself to a group of hushed birdwatchers hoping to catch a glimpse of the ...
The World Center for Birds of Prey is an indoor-outdoor education center. Visitors get a chance to see all sorts of raptors, including eagles, vultures, hawks, and falcons from around the world.