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- Falcon is a bird of prey which belongs to the genus Falco and Family Falconidae.
- They are found worldwide except Antarctica.
- They hunt their prey from water bodies by diving from mid-air flight.
- Their prey includes fishes, rodents and insects.
- Peregrine Falcon is the fastest species of Falcon on Earth.
- They are territorial in nature and are known to defend their territory from other birds.
- They make pairs for life.
- They are also depicted in many cultures as a symbol of beauty, speed, power and agility.
- Their ecological niche is very important as they are known to keep a check on the insect population in an ecosystem.
- They are also engaged in professional sports in many countries of the world.
