peregrine falcon

American  

noun

1. a globally distributed falcon, Falco peregrinus, much used in falconry because of its swift flight: several subspecies are endangered.

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peregrine falcon British  

noun

1. a falcon, Falco peregrinus, occurring in most parts of the world, having a dark plumage on the back and wings and lighter underparts See also duck hawk

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Etymology

Origin of peregrine falcon

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400

Example Sentences

Partnering with the Urban Raptor Conservancy, Expedia hosts a rooftop peregrine falcon nest — employees can watch nature unfold via a recently installed webcam.

From Seattle Times • May 25, 2024

Photographer Jack Zhi's dramatic picture of a female peregrine falcon protecting her young has won this year's Bird Photographer of the Year award.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2023

“I still have to pinch myself when I see a peregrine falcon: ‘Wow, they’re back.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2023

While Castner Range is off-limits to people, it provides habitat for an array of wildlife, including the American peregrine falcon, the golden eagle, the black-tailed prairie dog and the Texas horned lizard.

From Washington Post • Mar. 21, 2023

He saw no such marks, absolutely none, then remembered that Leon Longbridge had told him no peregrine falcon would nest near Delhi—no cliffs.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George