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Raptor Study

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Young scholars describe characteristics and special adaptations common to raptors and then name some of New Jersey's raptors. Students discuss the implications of raptor eradication. They participate in an interactive classroom...
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Website
National Audubon Society

National Audubon Society: Audubon Adventures: Raptors! The Birds of Prey

For Students 3rd - 8th
Engaging resources for learning about raptors. There is a downloadable 4-page student guide full of facts and information about them, a short quiz, and a game. Visit the Teachers' Lounge area for a lesson activity, an assessment piece, a...
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Other

Santa Ana De Coro, Capital Del Estado De Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
Webpage from coroweb.com for the capital city of the State of Falcon, Venezuela - Santa Ana de Coro. This site provides abundant tourist, historical, cultural, and geographical information. It is appealing and very interesting. It offers...
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Handout
Nature Canada

Nature Canada: Peregrine Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
The peregrine falcon is a species at risk in Canada but conservation efforts have had a positive impact on its numbers in the wild. Facts about the peregrine falcon are presented here.
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Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation

Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation: American Kestrel

For Students 3rd - 8th
This fact sheet about the American kestrel gives information about appearance, diet, habitat and nesting.
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Handout
Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation

Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation: Merlin Falcon

For Students 3rd - 8th
This fact sheet about the merlin falcon gives information about appearance, diet, habitat and nesting.
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Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation

Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation: Prairie Falcon

For Students 3rd - 8th
This fact sheet about the prairie falcon gives information about appearance, diet, habitat and nesting.
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Falcon (Falconiforme)

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of the Falconiforme, commonly known as the falcon.
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Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Prairie Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
This effective site presents a wealth of facts about this falcon. Topics include: cool facts, description, range, habitat, food, reproduction, and conservation status. Listen to the sounds of this species on this site as well.
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Soft Schools

Soft Schools: Birds of Prey: Looking at Raptors Quiz

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take this interactive, multiple-choice quiz over birds of prey, then review your score and any missed questions at the end.
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Handout
Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Peregrine Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
The name "peregrine" means wanders and this detailed site contains many facts about this falcon. Topics include: cool facts, description, range, habitat, food, behavior, reproduction, and conservation status. Sounds of this species can...
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Canadian Museum of Nature

Canadian Museum of Nature: Peregrine Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
The population of peregrine falcons in North America has dramatically declined, largely due to human pesticide use. Some facts about the bird are provided, along with drawings and photos.
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Handout
Canadian Museum of Nature

Canadian Museum of Nature: Gyrfalcon

For Students 9th - 10th
The Canadian Museum of Nature provides a concise introduction to the official bird for the Northwest Territories. Find out all the basic facts about the Gyrfalcon, the world's largest falcon. A great set of pictures of the Gyrfalcon is...
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BBC

Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Peregrine Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information about Peregrine falcons.
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Peregrine Falcon, Adult

For Students 9th - 10th
The name "peregrine" means wanders and this detailed site contains many facts about this falcon. Topics include: cool facts, description, range, habitat, food, behavior, reproduction, and conservation status. Sounds of this species can...
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Curated OER

Peregrine Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
The name "peregrine" means wanders and this detailed site contains many facts about this falcon. Topics include: cool facts, description, range, habitat, food, behavior, reproduction, and conservation status. Sounds of this species can...
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Peregrine Falcon Juvenile

For Students 9th - 10th
The name "peregrine" means wanders and this detailed site contains many facts about this falcon. Topics include: cool facts, description, range, habitat, food, behavior, reproduction, and conservation status. Sounds of this species can...
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Curated OER

Peregrine Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
The name "peregrine" means wanders and this detailed site contains many facts about this falcon. Topics include: cool facts, description, range, habitat, food, behavior, reproduction, and conservation status. Sounds of this species can...
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Prairie Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
This effective site presents a wealth of facts about this falcon. Topics include: cool facts, description, range, habitat, food, reproduction, and conservation status. Listen to the sounds of this species on this site as well.
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Curated OER

Pbs: Nature: Raptor Force: History of Falconry: Peregrine Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
Peregrine falcon, in profile.
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clippix Etc: Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
Peregrine Falcon on a Bare Tree Branch
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clippix Etc: Falcon

For Students 9th - 10th
Peregrine Falcon Standing on a Bare Tree Branch with its Wings Spread