8 of the Fastest Birds in the World

1. Peregrine Falcon

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2. White-throated Needletail

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3. Golden Eagle

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4. Eurasian Hobby

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5. Frigatebird

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6. Common Swift

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7. Spur-winged Goose

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8. Pigeon

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