Title: Peregrine Falcon spotted on Ealing church roof (UK)
Post by: Donna on 21-Oct-10, 11:15:37 PM
A PEREGRINE Falcon was spotted by Gazette Reader Andrew Birks earlier this week.
The bird was spotted on the roof of Christ the Saviour Church in New Broadway, where it is believed to have made its nest.
Mr Birks said: “It was first noticed on Friday October 15, and has been there ever since- terrorising the local crows and pigeons. This is the worlds fastest living creature, reaching speeds of up to 200 miles per hour when diving from height at its prey.
“This Ealing church join the likes of The Houses of Parliament, Tate Modern, and a number of English Cathedrals in having a resident falcon.”
A very spotty peregrine.. :clap:
The bird was spotted on the roof of Christ the Saviour Church in New Broadway, where it is believed to have made its nest.
Mr Birks said: “It was first noticed on Friday October 15, and has been there ever since- terrorising the local crows and pigeons. This is the worlds fastest living creature, reaching speeds of up to 200 miles per hour when diving from height at its prey.
“This Ealing church join the likes of The Houses of Parliament, Tate Modern, and a number of English Cathedrals in having a resident falcon.”
A very spotty peregrine.. :clap: