Peregrine Falcon Enamel Pin

The Peregrine Falcon is truly a marvel! This raptor can reach speeds of up to 300 km/h making it not only the fastest bird in the world but the fastest animal in the animal kingdom.

These Falcons can be found on every continent except for Antarctica and are considered the world's most widespread raptor. The only major ice-free landmass from which it is entirely absent is New Zealand. Peregrines also thrive in urban environments and take advantage of man-made structures such as tall buildings and bridges where they can nest and target their prey.

Did you know? A Peregrine Falcon by the name of 'Frightful' was clocked doing speeds of almost 390 km/h by her handler.