Peregrine falcon

High school (ages 12+)
Animals & Nature

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/peregrine-falcon

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the scientific name?Falco peregrinus
2. What is the conservation status?Least Concern (IUCN Red List), following significant population recovery from historical declines
3. What makes the peregrine falcon the fastest animal on Earth?The falcon dives at speeds over 200 miles per hour by tucking its wings and using its tail as a steering rudder. That's the fastest animal on Earth.
4. Where can peregrine falcons be found?They live in almost every land area except Antarctica, from tundra to deserts, and even in cities on tall buildings.

Cosmopolitan Distribution: Found in many parts of the world, indicating a wide geographical range and adaptability.
Bioaccumulation: The buildup of substances, like pesticides, in an organism over time.
Nictitating Membrane: A transparent third eyelid that protects the eye during high-speed flight or in dusty conditions.
Sexual Dimorphism: Distinct differences in size or appearance between the sexes of an animal.