- Stooping: Falcons hunt by flying high in the sky and then stooping (diving) down on their prey. This attack is so fast that prey often can't escape. Some falcons can reach speeds of up to 200 miles per hour during a stoop.
- Tearing: Once they have caught their prey, falcons will tear it apart with their sharp talons. They typically eat the soft parts of the animal first, such as the brain, heart, and liver.
Nesting behaviors:
- Nest building: Falcons build their nests in high places, such as cliffs, trees, and buildings. The nests are typically made of sticks, grass, and other vegetation.
- Egg laying: Falcons typically lay between two and six eggs per clutch. The eggs are incubated by both parents for about 28 days.
- Chick rearing: Once the chicks have hatched, both parents will care for them until they are old enough to fledge (leave the nest). This typically happens around 40 to 50 days after hatching.
Migratory behaviors:
- Some falcon species migrate long distances each year, while others are resident birds that stay in the same area all year round. The falcons that migrate typically travel south in the winter to find warmer climates.