Peregrine Falcon, Fastest Bird in the World, Spotted in Antique Wetland
A peregrine falcon, recognized as the fastest member of the animal kingdom capable of flying at speeds of at least 390 kilometers per hour, was recently sighted in a wetland in San Jose de Buenavista, Antique. The discovery occurred during the Asian Waterbird Census (AWC) conducted by the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office on January 12.
The peregrine falcon, also known as the duck hawk in North America, is a migratory bird rarely observed in the region. According to Community Environment and Natural Resources Officer Louie Laud, this marks the first time the species has been spotted in a wetland in San Jose de Buenavista. The AWC, an annual initiative by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) through the CENRO, aims to identify new bird species in the area and gather baseline data.
Laud emphasized the significance of the peregrine falcon's presence, suggesting that it indicates a healthy wetland environment with an abundance of food in Antique. The peregrine falcon primarily feeds on fish.
Apart from the peregrine falcon sighting, the AWC also identified other new species, including the tufted duck and chestnut-crowned tailorbird, in the wetlands of Hamtic town. Various bird species, including egrets, kingfishers, and sandpipers, commonly found in the United States, Europe, and other countries with winter seasons, were observed returning to the wetlands in Antique.
Laud urged the public to contribute to the protection and preservation of these birds, emphasizing their importance to biodiversity. He advised against shooting or driving away the birds, encouraging people to let them thrive in their newfound habitats.
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