Well, that was quite a squall!

(movie)

Yes it was and I drove right into it on 390! 

Sorry to hear you had to drive through that, MAK!

 

Short visit this morning:

One almost out of view on the left, and a glimpse of breakfast leftovers on beak:

 

A small update from AEF posted last night:

Latest update on Peace from Gretchen earlier - Eating more on own at night but still hand feeding as well. We've been feeding a variety of food including fish, rodents, and chicken. He's gained some weight (a little over 6lbs now).

We all want to know if and when Peace will return to the nest.

It's too early to tell, and we just don't have an answer. The good thing is he is getting care, and we are in no hurry for his return until and unless he is ready to be released from Audubon's care. Please check updates as posted.

DC, looking very handsome:

 

   

A few minutes ago:

 

A fleeting visit from Beauty, looking very purposeful:

I didn't see that early visit, Carol, but I did catch this one:

At the nest this evening:



I have followed this nest for a long time. I would love to see a successful year for this nest, with no intruder problems, no snow storms or ice storms, and absolutely no losses.  The last few years have been very difficult.

A fairly general update today from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey:

Why is Peace at Audubon?

Many people have asked why Peace the eaglet from the American Foundation nest cam was removed from the nest. It was noticed that Peace had been struggling with balance issues and was having difficulty standing and moving around in the nest. Because this nest has a nest cam his/her progress has been closely monitored by American Eagle Foundation and the local Audubon eagle watchers. The decision to remove this eaglet from the nest was decided upon by Federal agencies (USFWS) after the bird's condition was reported to them. This was not an easy decision and was discussed heavily by all parties involved. Audubon Center for Birds of Prey was asked to assist with the eaglet's removal from the nest, medical treatment and care. Peace is now recovering at the Center receiving pain medication and any needed therapy to help her regain her balance. We do not at this time know when she/he will be reunited with its family.

The Center aids in the recovery and rehabilitation of many eagles every year with 101 admitted in 2015 and 71 admitted last year. 20-30% of the eagles admitted each year are babies that need care.

What a sweet face Peace has! He does not seem unduly stressed in a strange environment.



Photo: Audubon Center for Birds of Prey.

An early morning visit; gone again immediately.



A second visit, a little later in the morning. Once again, left immediately.

The webcam has been upgraded, and has been back online for a little while.

I had not seen any sign of a peregrine at the nest until very early this morning, while it was still dark.

I hope the peregrines will have a successful year.



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