Peregrine?

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It was the first time I’d seen one this year. As I mentioned, I’m not really bothered about life lists or year lists, I just like to watch nature

Looks a Peregrine on the youtube clip

S

After watching the video I too would say Peregrine. Dave from what you say you have been up to recently you probably have a better idea than most of us on the forum. We were out in our moorland patch on Sunday and found the first live Peregrine nest we have seen this year and I'm not convinced about the safety of that one.

Well, definitely 'quick' and 'flappy' - I think the technical terms are - but, for me, I'd need more details from the bird itself.

The candidates are Peregrine, Kestrel and Hobby - with Peregrine the most likely.

But it's one thing trying to identify what it 'could' be - but I think it's also necessary to prove what it isn't.

I can't - maybe others can.

But Ellis, never feel 'out of your depth' on here as all birders are still learning - and guess how they learn more about birds and birding? From other birders.

I am a follower of Peregrines here in UK Dave & we are so lucky be inundated with very many successful Peregrine nests on our cathedrals, churches, highrise buildings & cliffs! Many of these have live streaming cameras fitted so that we can follow progress each season, some even broadcast all year round! Currently able to watch many chicks progress to fledging plus postings of vids & pics on Twitter every day! Also watchpoints set up by some sites with bins & spotting scopes available for folk to watch live action!

Must increase chances of birdwatchers spotting one flying anywhere in our skies?  I think Ellis's pic is a Peregrine!

The webccams are a boon to the housebound which I am now! Equipment for designated days only & strictly monitored & removed at end of watchpoint session!

Not sure if it’s the same bird but I now have a peregrine pair that likes to soar over the village. See them pretty much every time that I’m outside, I’m quite amazed to see them that often. Definitely peregrines as they have the black moustaches, striped underneaths and stocky build.