Mariah

[Dot_Forrester]

There wasn't much more to report.  Dan and I were too far away.  I wasn't able to get any pictures.  Neither of us saw a split wing tip.  Female based on size.  We believe adult.

Many of the Watchers continue to check out the areas where Mariah had been seen, but nothing yet.  We'll keep watching.

Thanks, Carol.  But there was a post yesterday in the Rfalconcam Now / Mariah category that said:
"3 falcons at nestbox!  War has ensued!" That's the one I was waiting for further information on.

Dot in PA

[Abacab]

Todays D & C gave reference that Mariah could be deceased . (DON'T FLAME ME I AM ONLY REPORTING WHAT I READ)
Unless this is confirmed somebody should set them straight as this is how rumors are started.
Medly Center is proof "Gangs hiding under cars with uzi's robbing people"
Mariah is too important to let this happen.

[MAK]

Todays D & C gave reference that Mariah could be deceased . (DON'T FLAME ME I AM ONLY REPORTING WHAT I READ)
Unless this is confirmed somebody should set them straight as this is how rumors are started.
Medly Center is proof "Gangs hiding under cars with uzi's robbing people"
Mariah is too important to let this happen.

I was p'd off when I read the last paragraph where June Summers spoke of her as if she were dead! She's our queen and deserves better!!!

[Lord G]

@Dot in PA: The third intruding falcon has not been seen since Thursday afternoon.  It's likely this bird was passing through and thought it might try to seize Archer and Beauty's territory, but finding it well defended, moved on.

Before everyone gets all juiced up over June Summers's  comments in the interview with the D&C (read it HERE), let's all take a deep breath.  

I wouldn't read too much into her comments.  She's just offering one possible explanation for Mariah's absence.  It would have been nice to hear others, but I don't think she was intending to offer a final verdict.  Indeed, without proof (finding her leg bands, for example), no one can say what has happened to her (which is exactly what June said to lead off her quote).

Keep in mind that the newspaper may have only used part of her statement.  Often a whole quote gets shortened by an editor because of space considerations on the page.

So let's not get too worked up over a short article in the paper.

[MAK]

@Dot in PA: The third intruding falcon has not been seen since Thursday afternoon.  It's likely this bird was passing through and thought it might try to seize Archer and Beauty's territory, but finding it well defended, moved on.

Before everyone gets all juiced up over June Summers's  comments in the interview with the D&C (read it HERE), let's all take a deep breath.  

I wouldn't read too much into her comments.  She's just offering one possible explanation for Mariah's absence.  It would have been nice to hear others, but I don't think she was intending to offer a final verdict.  Indeed, without proof (finding her leg bands, for example), no one can say what has happened to her.


Keep in mind that the newspaper may have only used part of her statement.  Often a whole quote gets shortened by an editor because of space considerations on the page.

So let's not get too worked up over a short article in the paper.

I'm not all worked up . I just think people should be more respectful  of the facts when they speak.  For all we know Mariah could be with Kaver  somewhere.(I wish)

[Dumpsterkitty]

I always read the news with a grain of salt...I don't know-I don't see any dirt in with the nestbox gravel as reported...and I doubt June only gave 2 short sentences about Mariah.  In any case, unless her band is reported I choose to believe she is either nesting somewhere we haven't found or she's enjoying her retirement

[MAK]

I just thought it was a terrible way to end the article. Bad editing I guess.

[Dumpsterkitty]

I just thought it was a terrible way to end the article. Bad editing I guess.

Should have accentuated the positive in my opinion...bad editing for sure...

[Carol P.]

Hey Dot - I saw that post and headed downtown right after work.  When I found that everything was peaceful and quiet, I tweeted a report saying so.  I saw no evidence of a third falcon or any battle.  Thankfully.   

There wasn't much more to report.  Dan and I were too far away.  I wasn't able to get any pictures.  Neither of us saw a split wing tip.  Female based on size.  We believe adult.

Many of the Watchers continue to check out the areas where Mariah had been seen, but nothing yet.  We'll keep watching.

Thanks, Carol.  But there was a post yesterday in the Rfalconcam Now / Mariah category that said:
"3 falcons at nestbox!  War has ensued!" That's the one I was waiting for further information on.

Dot in PA

[Lord G]

I just thought it was a terrible way to end the article. Bad editing I guess.

Usually when you see an abrupt ending to a newspaper article it's been cut short by a section editor.  Journalism 101: Put the most important information at the top of the article so you don't lose too much if the editors have to cut your story short.

[birdlover]

Myself and 4 others saw the battle Carole, which is why I posted in the Tweet column.  For what it's worth, there was another one on Friday afternoon over by the old factory across from Kodak Park.  I don't think it was Mariah, because this female appears to be only slightly larger than Archer when I saw them near the TSB.  I think there is a third in the area, and was still active as of Friday.

I would NEVER post in the Tweet zone unless I knew it was important.  I work right under the nest box, so I see alot, and know the difference on when to be concerned, and when not to be.

At no time did I try to imply the 3rd pefa was Mariah, nor would I.  She's just as near and dear to my heart as she is to everyone.  I think she has settled into new areas in the West Irondequoit area, and that covers great terrain all the way down to Lake Ontario.  I choose to believe she's happy, hunting, and has found a new mate or is still trying. 

If we've learned one thing about her, it's her resilience and her courage and strength, and I would rather see the glass half full, rather than empty.

Thanks for following up on that post Carole.  I know the watchers do an incredible job.  I pass many of you on my daily route.

[jeanne]

Myself and 4 others saw the battle Carole, which is why I posted in the Tweet column.  For what it's worth, there was another one on Friday afternoon over by the old factory across from Kodak Park.  I don't think it was Mariah, because this female appears to be only slightly larger than Archer when I saw them near the TSB.  I think there is a third in the area, and was still active as of Friday.

I would NEVER post in the Tweet zone unless I knew it was important.  I work right under the nest box, so I see alot, and know the difference on when to be concerned, and when not to be.

At no time did I try to imply the 3rd pefa was Mariah, nor would I.  She's just as near and dear to my heart as she is to everyone.  I think she has settled into new areas in the West Irondequoit area, and that covers great terrain all the way down to Lake Ontario.  I choose to believe she's happy, hunting, and has found a new mate or is still trying. 

If we've learned one thing about her, it's her resilience and her courage and strength, and I would rather see the glass half full, rather than empty.

Thanks for following up on that post Carole.  I know the watchers do an incredible job.  I pass many of you on my daily route.

I think Mariah is a smart gal and she wouldn't get into another battle downtown.  My guess too is that she is somewhere nearby.  I hope she is doing well.  And I hope she has a mate.  I miss her

[Carol P.]

Well, you should definitely stop and say hi next time.  Please continue to post what you see.  It's really important to have Watchers that are close to the Times Square bldg reporting on the forum.

Myself and 4 others saw the battle Carole, which is why I posted in the Tweet column.  For what it's worth, there was another one on Friday afternoon over by the old factory across from Kodak Park.  I don't think it was Mariah, because this female appears to be only slightly larger than Archer when I saw them near the TSB.  I think there is a third in the area, and was still active as of Friday.

I would NEVER post in the Tweet zone unless I knew it was important.  I work right under the nest box, so I see alot, and know the difference on when to be concerned, and when not to be.

At no time did I try to imply the 3rd pefa was Mariah, nor would I.  She's just as near and dear to my heart as she is to everyone.  I think she has settled into new areas in the West Irondequoit area, and that covers great terrain all the way down to Lake Ontario.  I choose to believe she's happy, hunting, and has found a new mate or is still trying. 

If we've learned one thing about her, it's her resilience and her courage and strength, and I would rather see the glass half full, rather than empty.

Thanks for following up on that post Carole.  I know the watchers do an incredible job.  I pass many of you on my daily route.

[birdlover]

I will continue Carole.  That event occurred shortly after the 1st egg was laid, and Beauty was in the fray as well.

You've got lots of converts on the ground.  Every time someone asks me if I'm looking at the clouds, I tell them to look up, or check out Mercury's foot, and I get a new fan each and every time.  I now keep my field glasses in my desk, so they can take turns viewing, as well as have them check out the latest "live" pics on my iphone of the nest box.

Ain't technology grand?  If more people took the time to learn, they would be amazed as well!  Thanks Carole.

[jeanne]

I am stunned continually at the number of people who are aware of falcons.  It is so cool!  Thank you birdlover for keeping an eye out!!