peregrine

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Maryland and Virginia now have more than 50 pairs of “successfully breeding” peregrine falcons, according to wildlife experts.

From Washington Post

A sign announced why: It was the breeding season of peregrine falcons.

From Washington Post

For example, by studying the eggs of peregrine falcons and other birds, scientists were able to prove that a pesticide called DDT was causing egg thinning, leading to nesting failures.

From Washington Post

Breeding season typically begins in spring, specifically March for peregrines.

From Seattle Times

It's thought this offers protection from predators such as peregrine falcons, who find it hard to single out just one starling from a whirling mass of thousands.

From BBC