Seattle Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 This falcon was photographed on the north coast of WA across from Vancouver Island. We agree that it's likely a peregrine based on the helmet - but we are questioning the wide white stripe on the tail. Most peregrine falcons have a small stripe but not that wide. Any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melierax Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 Oof that's an odd photo, almost looks like an Eastern Kingbird. I agree with Peregrine Falcon, I think the white stripe looks fine. The breast markings mean it's not a Merlin, AMKE, or PRFA, so you're pretty much left with PEFA. Also its shape looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seattle Posted December 3, 2018 Author Share Posted December 3, 2018 The locals were thinking that this might be a "tundrias" sub species. I have no idea what this is other than looking at some photos. Do they come down this far south? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackburnian Posted December 3, 2018 Share Posted December 3, 2018 I’d say Peregrine as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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