Peregrine Falcon: World's Fastest Diving Bird

Category: Environment & Biodiversity

  • Scientific name: Falco peregrinus.
  • A widespread bird of prey found across many parts of the world.
  • Famous for its extremely high speed during hunting dives or stoops.
  • It feeds mainly on other birds.
  • Adapted to a wide range of habitats, including mountains, cliffs and urban environments.
  • It experienced severe population declines historically due to DDT and other pollutants in several regions.
  • Conservation measures helped many populations recover.
  • UPSC Focus: Raptors, DDT, biomagnification, bird conservation.