Definitions of Falco peregrinus
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a widely distributed falcon formerly used in falconry
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synonyms:
peregrine, peregrine falcon
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types:
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falcon-gentil, falcon-gentle
female falcon especially a female peregrine falcon
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type of:
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falcon
diurnal birds of prey having long pointed powerful wings adapted for swift flight
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falcon-gentil, falcon-gentle
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