On a recent warm mid-April day, I decided to venture out to my patio to enjoy some sunshine. Within a minute of being there, I heard a distinct shrill and chattering bird call I did not recognize.

Falcons are a class of birds best known for their speed, vision and hunting prowess. Here’s the story of perhaps the most impressive falcon of all. There are over 35 recognized species of falcons, all ...

New Zealand ’s annual bird election is contested by cheeky parrots, sweet songbirds and cute, puffball robins. This year’s winner was a mysterious falcon that wouldn’t think twice about eating them.

Explore the world’s fastest birds of prey, from falcons to eagles, and learn how extreme speed and high-velocity make them ...