I've searched everywhere Alison and no sign of her.  September 29th is the last time I saw or heard her. Then it was quiet for a week, no sign of anyone save for workmen on all the towers and then suddenly Aria showed up on the ledge starting October 5th with Lucky.  

The only place I don't have access to is the rooftops of the three towers but given there are workmen on them pretty much daily the past month - I would like to think they'd have notified me or CPF if a body had been found.   I also have a friend that volunteers at Toronto Wildlife and she hasn't been brought in injured.


The condo tenants also keep an eye out, they would have said something if there was any sort of battle or disturbance as they have done so in the past.  Not to mention two watchers live in the towers.  Whatever happened must have happened off site - meaning away from our buildings.  

Thank you so much for searching for O'Connor, Carly. I really appreciate it. I went through my archives and, like you, I saw her at the nest on September 29, even after dark at 8:05 p.m.

On October 2, there were workmen very close to the nest, so I was not surprised that the birds did not appear.





Then on October 4, one of the birds was at the nest. Who would you say this is?

I saw one, and sometimes two, of the juvies return to the nest again several times. I also saw both parents visit on occasion.

I have not seen any of the birds for several weeks, so I believe that they may have migrated.

However, this evening I found an unwelcome visitor at one of the two nests.







The GHO was calling several times, so I think there may have been another GHO close by.

Meet Niebla, a young Cinereous Vulture growing up in Guararrama National Park near Madrid.

His name means "mist" or "fog". I have always seen Niebla referred to as a male, but he is a very good sized juvie, and may be a female. He has exceptionally attentive and gentle parents, who continue to watch over him and bring food for him.

Niebla fledged on August 29, but he has been returning to the nest to eat, to rest and to sleep at night. Two nights ago, he did not return to the nest at night for the first time. Yesterday, he turned six months old, and was back at the nest last night. He was banded by SEO/BirdLife with a yellow band on his left leg.











http://www.seo.org/webcambuitre/

Aria:









And what of O'Connor? Has there been any news of her? Have there been any searches of the surounding area for her?

She is one of the great falcons, a magnificent peregrine with a commanding presence, and she deserves at least that much.

From the same time frame as the pic Shaky posted:

     

     

I had not seen anyone at the nest for a couple of days, but look who's here! They both look great.

Perhaps they went for a quick trip to visit Aria at her Grandma and Grandpa's nest tray and to meet her new beau, Lucky.   

That thought had occurred to me too, Patsy! I have always thought that there is a peregrine grapevine, so it is always a possibility. 

One on the perch yesterday; I think it's Yankee.

Aria was at the nest several times today.

As MAK mentioned previously, she certainly is another Beautyful one.

Yesterday, Aria arrived at the nest before daylight, and stayed for a while.



I assume this is Lucky, since I can't read bands at this site.

[Nearly 500 attacks on birds of prey in five years]

Nearly 500 attacks on birds of prey in five years



Photo: Rae Harrington.

Nearly 500 illegal attacks on birds of prey have been reported in the UK over a five-year period, the RSPB has revealed.

The charity said the attacks were recorded on raptors, including red kites, peregrine falcons and buzzards, that were shot, trapped or poisoned between 2012 and 2016.

North Yorkshire had the highest number of incidents during the period with 54.

A RSPB report said it was related to "driven grouse shooting".

In Birdcrime 2016, the charity also said there had been 81 offences last year and it was "the first time in 30 years" no prosecutions were brought.

Nearly two-thirds of those attacks, which comprised 40 shootings, 22 poisonings, 15 trappings and four other incidents, took place in England.

"Of particular concern are raptors targeted in the uplands, especially on land managed for driven grouse shooting", the report said.

"Many raptor persecution crimes go undetected and unreported - the incidents we know about are just the tip of the iceberg."

The RSPB said it had a "particular concern" for birds of prey in North Yorkshire, with 19 offences reported in 2016 alone.

Last year, four buzzards and four red kites were shot, while two other red kites were poisoned. A peregrine was also shot, a buzzard's nest destroyed and there were seven other incidents of illegal spring traps being used in the county.

The RSPB has called for better enforcement of the law and an introduction of "a licensing system for driven grouse shooting".

Bob Elliot, head of investigations, said the crimes had "serious consequences" for the populations of birds.

Insp Jon Grainge, of North Yorkshire Police, said: "We recognise the issue of raptor persecution within North Yorkshire, and are actively working closely with the RSPB, our National Parks, and other agencies, including the Moorland Association towards combating this problem."

The Countryside Alliance said there was no need for further legislation as there was no proof it would work.

"We can work together to stamp out wildlife crime," a spokesman added.

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-41820270

I had not seen anyone at the nest for a couple of days, but look who's here! They both look great.

         

       

Romeo and Juliet this morning:



Juliet moved into the nest . . .



And at 1:18 p.m., she laid her first egg!

Harriet and M15 early this morning:



They usually spend the night side by side on the same branch:

Latest Bailey update:
"X-rays demonstrate that Bailey’s wing continues to slowly heal, but the rehabilitators think that at the rate of healing, she will require another 2-3 months of continued care. Keeping her in Maine’s climate for that length of time would not be in her best interest. So, transfer to another rehabilitation facility in the southeastern U.S. is likely. Here she would be in a climate where other ospreys winter and where she could hopefully be released when she has completely healed. Here is a recent photo that shows she is looking good- benefiting from a diet of Atlantic herring.
The rehabilitators join me in sending their thanks to the 45 people that have donated a total of $2,285 to Audubon for Bailey. These funds have been sent to the rehabilitators. Additional funds were also sent to Friends of Hog Island for Bailey and these funds will also help meet her medical and rehabilitation expenses. Thanks to everyone for remembering Bailey and for all of the good wishes.
My best, Steve Kress"

Thank you so much for the update on Bailey, Kris! I hope that moving her to a warmer climate will work out well for her. She has had such a hard life. I just hope that her wing will heal completely, so that she will be releasable.

She looks great in the photo you posted -- what a beautiful bird she is. 

Beauty: