The History of Peregrine Falcons in Franconia Notch
Discover the long, rich history of Peregrine Falcons in Franconia Notch. Learn about decades of work to restore New Hampshire’s statewide Peregrine population after the species disappeared entirely from the eastern U.S. due to environmental toxins. Learn about management actions and partnerships that have led to strong population recovery from someone directly involved in these efforts for four decades.
About the Presenter: Chris Martin worked for nearly 36 years as a raptor biologist at NH Audubon, collaborating with New Hampshire Fish and Game and other natural resource agencies to restore various endangered and threatened birds in the Granite State. Previously, he participated in Peregrine Falcon recovery work in the Great Lakes region. Since retiring in December 2025, he has remained involved in raptor conservation with NH Audubon as an emeritus biologist.
