Falcon at sunset. Peregrine falcon, Falco peregrinus, perched on cliff edge. Majestic bird of prey in natural habitat. Wildlife nature. Well-respected falconry bird. Fastest animal in world.

IDFG Wildlife Technician Hilary Turner releasing an adult peregrine falcon at a wetland site in eastern Idaho. This falcon was found trapped in a building in Idaho Falls. When located, it was in poor body condition and unable to fly. The bird was transferred to the Teton Raptor Center where it was rehabilitated for return to the wild. The mountains, canyons, and wetlands in eastern Idaho provide important breeding and nesting habitat for these once-endangered birds. | Idaho Fish and Game Upper S