Territorial falcons swoop at researcher tagging chicks in California
Published date: Tue, 26 May 2026 13:05:35 +0700This is the dramatic moment territorial falcons swoop at a researcher tagging their chicks in California.
Footage shows a biologist preparing to tag a newly hatched bird when one of the protective peregrine falcons dive-bombs her on the roof of San Jose City Hall.
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San Jose, CA, USA |
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15/05/2026 |
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ViralPress |
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VRP179210 |
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Duration: 02:15 |
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Rating: News safe |
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