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The peregrine falcon must be fast in order to catch its prey. This bird is built for speed, with a streamlined body and strong, triangular wings.

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What is the w orld's fastest flying bird?

The world's fastest flying bird (in level flight) is spine-tailed swift recorded at 170 km/hr. Though some racing pigeons is also said to have been clocked at similar speeds or even more.The peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) is the fastest living creature, reaching speeds of at least 124 mph and possibly as much as 168 mph when swooping from great heights during territorial displays or while catching pry birds in midair.Peregrine FalconWhen the Peregrine Falcon spots prey it goes into a controlled dive easily reaching speed of 200 MPH or 320 KM/H.The fastest speed the Peregrine Falcon reached ever recorded was an amazing 242.3 MPH or 390 KM/H.It is also the fastest animal on the planet.


What is the body shape of a peregrin falcon?

Very streamlined, being the fastest animal on the planet it needs a streamlined figure and a strong, sturdy pair of wings for perfect air and balance.


What is the name of the worlds fastest bird starting with peregrine f....?

The world's fastest bird starting with "peregrine f" is the Peregrine Falcon. It is known for its incredibly fast diving speeds while hunting prey in mid-air.


Fastest take-off bird?

The peregrine falcon is known to have the fastest take-off speed of any bird, reaching speeds up to 240 miles per hour. They achieve this by using their powerful wing muscles and aerodynamic body shape to quickly propel themselves into the air.


What is the bird that can fly up to 200mph?

The Peregrine Falcon is the fastest bird when in its hunting dive, the stoop, when it dives steeply at speeds of over 200 mph.