Peregrine Falcon hunting- County Mayo, West of Ireland - 1 of 3
The Peregrine Falcon is a very fast flier, averaging 40-55 km/h (25-34 mph) in traveling flight, and reaching speeds up to 112 km/h (69 mph) in direct pursuit of prey. During its spectacular hunting stoop from heights of over 1 km (0.62 mi), the peregrine may reach speeds of 320 km/h (200 mph) as it drops toward its prey.
Taken on a very windy day, saw it circulating around the fields and ran back for the camera.
Peregrine Falcon hunting- County Mayo, West of Ireland - 1 of 3
The Peregrine Falcon is a very fast flier, averaging 40-55 km/h (25-34 mph) in traveling flight, and reaching speeds up to 112 km/h (69 mph) in direct pursuit of prey. During its spectacular hunting stoop from heights of over 1 km (0.62 mi), the peregrine may reach speeds of 320 km/h (200 mph) as it drops toward its prey.
Taken on a very windy day, saw it circulating around the fields and ran back for the camera.