They have a BABY!!!!!!!    

     Sweet!

          Good story.. thanks!

I keep checking for updates on Franklin, but so far have not found anything since July. I hope he is doing well.

Ralphie at the nest; can't see his face, but his band numbers are clearly visible.



The camera lens has so many smudges; makes it difficult to save any usable pics.

Alison..I contacted Sage about Franklin, she's messaged the DEC person, asking about any possible update on him and is waiting for any info.

I have learned of a nesting PeFa pair in Melbourne/Australia. They have two eggs.

http://www.367collinsfalcons.com.au/

Thanks, Annette..nice cam!

Romeo watches the sunrise . . .



while Juliet works on the nest.

Beautiful pics, Alison!

Sweet!

http://www.audubon.org/news/brighten-your-day-some-sweet-baby-bird-pics

Awesome!  A true success story!

Thank you for posting the updates, Kris! I hope Bailey will have no further problems and will be able to migrate safely.

Hi, Alison!  I guess I forgot to post the latest update about Bailey..

We received an update regarding Bailey from Steve Kress:
“We have just received an update about Bailey from the raptor rehabilitators. The wounds that Bailey received from the recent eagle attacks have healed nicely and are no longer a concern.  However, it was noticed that Bailey had a consistent wing droop, so x-rays were taken of the wing.  On consultation with several veterinarians experienced with raptor rehabilitation, it was agreed that Bailey has a fracture in her ulna that is about a month old.  This may date back to an attack from the Great Horned Owl when she was in the nest. Continued use of her injured wing over the past month has affected healing, evidenced by wing droop and mobility that would likely interfere with hovering, a necessary behavior for an osprey to capture fish.  It is their opinion that Bailey is not ready for release and another two weeks of rehabilitation plus physical therapy will improve her chances for successful release.  Her wing will be x-rayed after this period and reassessed by veterinarians and next steps determined at that time.
I share your concern  for Bailey and thank you for your patience and all the good wishes everyone has sent along the way.    Steve Kress"

So, here's hoping Bailey's therapy goes well and she can be successfully released at some time in the future.

Cadence is home this morning!  

Nice to see her!

Finally, a Beauty sighting!

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Another DC visit

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                Gorgeous! 

How sweet is that?? My friend has one in his yard every year during Migration!! Just keeps coming back! Thanks!!

That's pretty cool to see that every year!

Gorgeous Raptor!

https://vimeo.com/37535198