High-Velocity Falcon | National Geographic

What characteristic primarily distinguishes the Peregrine Falcon from other creatures?

• Its powerful wings

• Its fiery spirit

• Its raw speed

• Its hunting ability

What type of device was used to measure the falcon's speed during the experiment?

• A GPS tracker

• A tiny computer

• A radar gun

• A specialized camera

How does the Peregrine Falcon increase its speed during a dive?

• By rapidly beating its wings to gain momentum.

• By catching strong updrafts of air.

• By changing its body shape to become more streamlined.

• By using its talons to grip the air.

What was the initial recorded top speed of the falcon, Frightful, during her dive?

• 120 miles per hour

• 183 miles per hour

• 242 miles per hour

• 15,000 feet per minute