Caught in Southie: Peregrine Falcon
Holy Moly!
Southie photographer Moss Lynch captured this Peregrine falcon out at Castle Island on Thursday afternoon. Peregrine falcon’s are fastest bird in the world, with diving speeds recorded at 242mph!
Is it strange to see a Peregrine Falcon in the city?
According to National Geographic, Peregrine falcons are among the world’s most common birds of prey and live on all continents except Antarctica. They prefer wide-open spaces, and thrive near coasts where shorebirds are common, but they can be found everywhere from tundra to deserts. Peregrines are even known to live on bridges and skyscrapers in major cities.
Other wildlife spotted in Southie –a harbor seal sighting. Coyotes, deer, skunks, bunnies, mola mola sunfish, whales, bald eagles, turkeys, swans and snowy owls– all spotted in the neighborhood!
Make sure to follow Moss on Instagram @wildlifeboston
Maureen Dahill is the founder of Caught in Media. Once a longtime wardrobe and prop stylist for brands such as Rue La La, TJ Max & Hasbro, she is a devoted lover of vintage clothing, Martini Mondays, Castle Island, AND a 4th generation South Boston native. Mother of three, married to Peter G.
Snow owls, have been in Southie for a long time,1 was on my porch in Old Harbor.