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Peregrine Falcon

Scientific Name:

Falco peregrinus

Type:

Bird

Habitat:

Mudflats, barrier islands, lake edges, coastlines and mountainous areas are the preferred habitat, but anywhere with high nesting locations and perches such as cliffs, in tall trees, or on city skyscrapers

Range:

Every continent except Antarctica but most commonly found in coastal areas

Status:

Least Concern (IUCN Red List)

This species is

NATIVE

to the Truckee Meadows.