Falcons (/ ˈfɒlkən, ˈfɔːl -, ˈfæl -/) are birds of prey in the genus Falco, which includes about 40 species.

Nov 17, 2025 · Falcon, any of nearly 60 species of hawks of the family Falconidae (order Falconiformes), diurnal birds of prey characterized by long, pointed wings and swift, powerful flight.

Complete text of all Kansas Falconry regulations can be found at the Kansas Secretary of State website below, under Article 14. https://www.sos.ks.gov/publications/pubs_kar_Regs.aspx?KAR=115-14. …

Below is a list of the 4 types of falcons in Kansas! Make sure to pay attention to the range maps to see which falcons live near you! For each species, I have included a few photographs, along with their …

Mar 18, 2025 · The Peregrine Falcon may be the most common falcon, but the Gyr Falcon is the largest species. They are difficult to spot though, as they live in the high Arctic and tend to avoid humans …

Powerful and fast-flying, the Peregrine Falcon hunts medium-sized birds, dropping down on them from high above in a spectacular stoop. They were virtually eradicated from eastern North America by …

Falcons are any of the diurnal birds of prey belonging to the family Falconidae, distinguished by their thin, tapered wings. Known for their amazing flying abilities, they possess plumes or ‘flags’ on the …

Nov 13, 2025 · Falcons are fast, agile birds of prey found worldwide — the peregrine falcon is the fastest animal on Earth, diving over 200 mph.

Six of the eleven types of Falcons found in North America have been spotted in Kansas. Four of these are regularly occurring (common) and two are rare or accidental species in the state. The common …

Oct 7, 2025 · From the smallest falcon to the fastest flying bird on earth, discover interesting facts about the falcon bird family.