Deep Look: Peregrine Falcons Are Feathered Fighter Jets, Basically
Peregrine falcons catch other birds mid-flight by diving at more than 200 mph. To do it, they need some high-precision gear: special eyesight, talons, and aerodynamics that can't be beat. Part of the "Deep Look" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 4 minutes 12 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Animal Behavior, Biology, Birds
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2019
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Deep Look
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