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Peregrine falcons may be the fastest bird in the world, but restoration of this Maine Endangered Species is a marathon, not a sprint.

Peregrine falcon in flight. Photo by Deb Powers [ [link removed] ]

Photo by Deb Powers

*1960s:* Peregrine falcons disappeared due to the pesticide DDT

*1984-1997:* 144 young peregrines reintroduced in Maine

*1987:* First reestablished nesting pair located in Maine

*2002:* Maine population reached 15 pairs

*2022:* 21 of 32 pairs that were observed this year successfully produced 53 chicks?

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Despite the positive trend since reintroduction, the peregrine population is small and continues to benefit from monitoring and management.

Peregrine falcons likely live closer to you than you realize?. Peregrines nest on cliffs, such as near popular hiking trails on Mt. Kineo in the Moosehead Region and the Precipice in Acadia National Park, as well as in urban sites including old mills and bridges throughout Maine.

Learn about the work done in 2022 and future plans in the annual Maine Peregrine Falcon Program Report [ [link removed] ].

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Cellular game camera photos courtesy of Justin Sweitzer, MDOT [ [link removed] ]

Cellular game camera photos courtesy of Justin Sweitzer, MDOT






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