Last Wednesday, Oct. 3, I viewed a Peregrine Falcon in flight at the Darby Creek Wetlands, North pond. I went there to see if there was any water in the pond since we have had some recent rains. No water at that time but I noticed a large raptor on the far side of the pond on the ground. It had a dark face so I watched it through the scope. Suddenly it took off chasing a bird and flew very near to my position. 4 quick shots with the camera and I was able to get one poor shot that did show field marks verifying a Peregrine. Picture is at:
<a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/88189399@N06/8061434592/" title="Peregrine Falcon #2, Darby Wetlands, 10-3-12 by Mike's images 2012, on Flickr"><img src="http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8042/8061434592_1d003a2604.jpg" width="500" height="420" alt="Peregrine Falcon #2, Darby Wetlands, 10-3-12"></a>

Mike Shade
Miamisburg, OH

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