About the Peregrine Falcon
The Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) is a species of bird in the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), within the order Falconiformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code perfal when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Falco peregrinus |
| Species Codes | perfal, PEFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Peregrine Falcon belong to?
The Peregrine Falcon (Falco peregrinus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Peregrine Falcon?
The Peregrine Falcon is a member of the Falcons and Caracaras family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Peregrine Falcon sighting?
You can log sightings of Peregrine Falcon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code perfal, or on iNaturalist.