Written By - Sanjeev Vekariya

29  January, 2025

7 Fastest Flying Birds in the World – Ultimate Speed Experts!

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The undisputed speed king! This raptor dives at over 240 mph (386 km/h) when hunting, making it the fastest animal on Earth.

1. Peregrine Falcon – 240+ mph

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With keen eyesight and powerful wings, golden eagles can reach 200 mph (322 km/h) in a dive while targeting prey.

2. Golden Eagle – 200 mph

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Also known as the "storm swift," this bird is the fastest level flier, clocking in at 105 mph (169 km/h).

3. White-throated Needletail – 105 mph

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The Arctic’s apex predator! It can dive at 130 mph (209 km/h), using its speed to snatch prey mid-air.

4. Gyrfalcon – 130 mph

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This tiny bird is a long-distance flyer that can reach speeds of 69 mph (111 km/h)—and it sleeps while flying!

5. Common Swift – 69 mph

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This fastest flying duck can hit 81 mph (130 km/h), especially when escaping predators.

6. Red-breasted Merganser – 81 mph

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With a wingspan over 7 feet, frigatebirds reach 95 mph (153 km/h) and stay airborne for weeks at a time!

7. Frigatebird – 95 mph

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