Billie at the Medley Ctr! – 7/5/16
By Rochester Falcon Watcher Carol P.
During my downtown watch, I received a text from fellow watcher Dana. She had spotted 3 falcons over at Medley Ctr. As soon as my downtown watch was over, I headed to the old mall.
I found one adult Peregrine Falcon on the roof at the center of the mall. Based on size, I thought it was a female and she was on the hunt. As pigeons flew over, she would take off and chase them. In one of my pictures, I am 99.9% sure that I’m seeing a 77 Black over AX Green Band (thanks Donna!) and a silver USFW band.
She hunted the whole time I was there and then took off, heading west, back towards Seneca Towers. I usually see her from far away, so I was very happy to have spent some time with Mariah and Kaver’s granddaughter for a short visit. 🙂
Here are some pictures I took of Billie and Medley Ctr. What a gorgeous girl she is!
July 5th, 2016 at 11:32 AM
I’ve been missing MAK’s onsite ST reports and photos, so it’s especially good to see these closeups of the lovely Billie, Carol. Thanks!
July 5th, 2016 at 11:41 AM
You’re welcome Pat!
July 5th, 2016 at 1:13 PM
Billie looks great.So happy you were able to see this falcon and as usual,a fine picture Carol.Appreciate your efforts.
July 5th, 2016 at 3:13 PM
Thanks Diane. Loved my visit with Billie. 🙂
July 5th, 2016 at 5:30 PM
Great watch! Thank goodness Dana works out that way so she can monitor that hunting ground.
July 5th, 2016 at 7:11 PM
It sure is nice that Dana can monitor that area Jogs! Thanks!
July 6th, 2016 at 7:48 AM
I have also missed MAK’s reports, but chances are good they will resume again 🙂