Looking for lunch A peregrine falcon can reach speeds of 300 km (186 miles) per hour as it dives to strike, stun, and eat its prey. (more) How Much Does a Falcon Eat Each Day? Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/How-Much-Does-a-Falcon-Eat-Each-Day Feedback Corrections? Updates? Omissions? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Feedback Type Select a type (Required) Factual Correction Spelling/Grammar Correction Link Correction Additional Information Other Your Feedback Submit Feedback Thank you for your feedback Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article.

　　External Websites Ask the Chatbot a Question Written by Tracy Grant Tracy Grant is a senior editor at Encyclopaedia Britannica. She previously served as editor in chief, the first woman to hold that title. Tracy Grant Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Sep 5, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot Looking for lunchA peregrine falcon can reach speeds of 300 km (186 miles) per hour as it dives to strike, stun, and eat its prey.© FRANKHILDEBRAND—iStock/Getty Images Plus Although there are many variables that can affect a falcon’s diet, an adult falcon will generally eat 70–154 grams (2.5–5.4 ounces) daily. Think of it this way: 70 grams is roughly equivalent to the meat on two blackbirds. Or this way: Most falcons will consume about 10 percent of their body weight each day. (We’ll stop for a second while you figure out how much you would be eating if you ate ...(100 of 190 words)

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