What is the world's fastest flying bird?

The fastest flying bird in the world is the peregrine falcon, as it has a maximum in-flight speed of 229 feet per second. Peregrine falcons have patented a unique hunting technique by which they drop down from high above in a spectacular stoop in order to catch their prey.

Peregrine falcons are the largest species of falcon, although males tend to be slightly smaller than females. They possess prominent physical features and characteristics like lengthy tails and long, pointed wings.

Peregrine falcons reside in a large range of various habitats. In the city, these falcons mainly prey on pigeons; however, in the wild, they tend to prey on shorebirds and ducks.