[va-bird] Peregrine at Fort Smith Park, Arlington, May 26

VA Birders,

    Pat Blyer and I were birding at Fort C.F. Smith Park in Arlington 
yesterday (Thursday) morning, May 26, when a large raptor suddenly flew over 
our 
heads.  (Unfortunately, it came from behind us, so we only saw it briefly, and 
mostly from the rear, as it quickly disappeared behind some trees.)  The bird 
looked pale underneath and gray or bluish-gray on the back.  It had long, 
pointed 
wings and was flying with a steady, rowing wingbeat.  We realized quickly 
that it was a falcon, and since it was much too large for a Kestrel or Merlin, 
we 
concluded that it could only be a PEREGRINE FALCON.  I think this is my first 
record of a Peregrine for the park, but I have seen one previously at 
National Airport, which is nearby.

Good birding,
Val Kitchens
Arlington, VA
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