Peregrine Falcon Nesting on a Rocky Ledge
A peregrine falcon tends its nest on a rocky ledge beneath mountain peaks.
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Peregrine falcon nesting on a rocky ledge
The bird occupies a nest site high on a rock face with mountains in the distance. Peregrine falcons commonly choose sheltered ledges on cliffs, although some also nest on tall buildings and bridges. Their nest is usually a shallow hollow, called a scrape, rather than a structure woven from twigs. An elevated site gives the adults an open view of the surrounding area and keeps the young away from many ground-dwelling predators.
Life around a peregrine nest
Peregrine falcons often return to the same nesting territory in later breeding seasons. The adults defend the area and bring captured birds to their growing chicks. Rocky cliffs also provide open airspace from which these falcons can launch into fast, controlled flight.
Real colors of a peregrine falcon and its surroundings
- Head and facial markings: dark slate gray to nearly black
- Back and wings: blue-gray or dark gray
- Chest and belly: cream to pale buff with darker bars or spots
- Feet and base of the beak: yellow, with black talons and beak tip
- Rocky ledge: tan, brown, rust, or cool gray