Peregrine Falcon Behavior and Care

Emily interviews Josh Engel about his work with the Peregrine program, focusing on banding and blood sampling of young falcons. They discuss the growth stages of the falcons, challenges in urban environments, and compare urban birdwatching to observing birds in the wild. Josh shares insights on safety measures and concludes with thoughts on the experience.

What is Josh's main role in the Peregrine program?

• Banding and blood sampling

• Feeding the young falcons

• Building nests for the falcons

• Training the falcons to fly

During the banding process, what is used to protect against the falcons' talons and beaks?

• Plastic gloves

• Metal shields

• Leather gloves

• Wooden sticks

What is the purpose of the liquid in the tube used during the banding process?

• To attract the falcons

• To clean the falcons' feathers

• To preserve the blood samples

• To feed the young falcons

How long does it take for Peregrine falcons to be ready for their first flight?

• 12 weeks

• 9 weeks

• 6 weeks

• 3 weeks

What is a common issue Peregrine falcons face during their first flight in urban areas?

• Flying too high

• Being attacked by other birds

• Landing on the ground or rooftops

• Getting lost

What is the average lifespan of Peregrine falcons if they survive their first year?

• 18-20 years

• 8-12 years

• 13-17 years

• 5-7 years

How does Josh describe the experience of working with Peregrine falcons in an urban setting?

• More challenging than in the wild

• Less exciting than in the wild

• Similar to working in the wild

• A unique and personal experience

What is a notable difference between observing Peregrine falcons in the wild versus in urban areas?

• Their size

• Their nesting habits

• Their behavior

• Their diet

What does Josh compare working with Peregrine falcons to?

• Training dogs

• Battling dinosaurs

• Riding horses

• Fishing in the sea

What is Josh's preference between Peregrine falcons and Velociraptors?

• Neither

• Both equally

• Peregrine falcons

• Velociraptors