March 21
Over the weekend, we were able to confirm the presence of a third adult eagle near the nest, and we are almost certain that it is a breeding age female. Typically, the presence of a new female means she is competing with the established pair of eagles for the current nest. Nest competition is a common occurrence in areas with healthy eagle populations, meaning the total population of eagles near NCTC has likely increased in recent years.All I can add to this is to thank you for your concern, passion and understanding that intervention in this episode was not the right thing to do. Things don't always work out the way we'd like in nature, but I think we would all agree that we have gotten a rare glimpse, these past few days, into the world of bald eagles that most people do not see or will ever know about. The fact that we have competition such as this is speaks well for the recovery of the Bald Eagle, a species that was nearly extinct fifty years ago.
We have also confirmed multiple sightings of the male eagle who is part of the established breeding pair. The male does not appear to be injured, and appears to be in good health. The eaglet which hatched on March 17th has died and the remaining egg is not likely to hatch given that it is not being regularly incubated by the parents.
We do have biologists on staff here at NCTC who have been offering their expert assessments of the situation. In addition, our land manager has been communicating with another raptor biologist based in our Chesapeake Bay field office. There is general agreement among our biologists that if the new female eagle is successful in chasing off the current female, the new female will then need to recruit a male to join her. However, it is likely too late in the nesting season for success in laying, incubating and hatching any new eggs.
You may wonder why there is competition over this nest - and there are several potential factors. Eagles prefer to nest in the tops of large trees located near rivers, lakes, and other wetlands. The NCTC nest is located very close to the Potomac River, which is a plentiful source of fish for nesting eagles to hunt. In addition, eagle nests represent a considerable investment of effort to construct: they can be up to 10 feet in diameter and weigh up to 2,000 lbs. And finally, as mentioned above, nest competition frequently occurs in areas with a significant eagle population.
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 400 of 1077 Newer› Newest»Guess I was blessed enough NOT to have been privy to this before - this is more sadness than I can bear - my brain says: "it is nature"- my heart says: "SO WHAT?" and then I cry . . .
Oh, I really didn't want to do the split!
wv sUSAn has some interesting observations and thoughts on yahoo mail! Check it out!
Hi, Everyone,
Oh, Lord, it has taken me half the day and longer to try to catch up here!
I fell asleep right after a late lunch yesterday, and slept like I was in a coma! Exhaustion, I'm sure.
Margy, your e-mailed letter was absolutely beautiful, and inspired!
Thank you SO very much!
Glo, your video in remembrance of PO'J is just beautiful beyond words!
Thank you, too!
I find myself still watching the live cam--can't help it--I am hooked for life! I do so hope that Belle kicks Trudy's feathery butt clear to the next county!!!!
I really SHOULD be getting copious amounts of homework done, but find myself unable to tear myself away. Oh, my, what AM I to do?!
I really can't thank all of you enough for the loving comments and the comradeship! The last few days have been horrible to get through, and couldn't have done it without every one of you! Thank you all so very much!
Oh, and before I forget, thank you, Jewell, for the link about grieving birds. Had me in tears yet again.
I truly hope that Belle will retain ownership of this nest, and she and Lib will continue as a couple! I have never heard of such a battle as the one that's going on right now!
Well, I really DO need to attempt to get some work done, so will be prying myself from the cam and the blog for a while. Oh, as Jim mentioned, we have had one heck of a series of thunderstorms come through our area since last night--seems appropriate somehow. OK--MUST tear myself away for a while. I WILL be here in spirit, though. BBL...
I've just returned
I have 100+ to read
Somebody tell what forum and anything
new going on?
Hancock forum, Jo. Lynne posted a link before the split.
Temp is 66 currently, rather nice out which I should have been hours ago :(, guess I can always run errands later
That bitch is back and went right for Paddy again.
She's BACK!!!
This eagle is pissing me off, she needs to GO!
And gone again. I promise to try not to use the B word again.
What Sharon "Beach" lol
Temp went from 66 to 73 wow, I need to get ready and do some running around. I'll check back
I don't have sound right now...was there any threat from Belle (perhaps up above-was not in view) that caused intruder to back off and leave?
I saw her looking up as though Belle might be up there.
Yeah, don't say beach:)
I am baffled here.
I wish I was on the ground so we knew who was around. Today would have been a good day to go.
some on Hancock think this intruder is a male because of his thinner head.
I think we are not seeing it as close as yesterday so it is hard to tell
Belle flew out at 3 and that Hussy or whatever came back and the poof.
I do not know these eagles like those of you but we know Belle has that mark and we know the dark head. It is Lib I do not know how to ID unless together.
Man, I am sick.
O.K. so eagle back
this is Belle right.
Laughing with Sharon and Dana (Wvagirl)...they reminded me of cute Blake Shelton song..."Sum Beach". I'm sure he would allow us to borrow that phrase.
eagle fixing thing at 7
If intruder was a male it would all make sense to me.
Belle would not do an all out attack ,just want to be rid of me becasue of her bond with Liberty.
You guys know them???
this is shot I jsut took. do not knwo if it shows up
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Sharon, the b-word is completely understandable in this instance.
Craig has offered to go and 'take care' of our problem. (and that is a joke everyone--not an actual offer).
I just want to say that I admire you long-time watchers and bloggers. I really don't know how you find the time to be so dedicated, but I'm glad that you do. Many of you watch multiple cams and at least read several blogs . . .
These past few days have been crazy for everyone on here. I know we have all neglected chores, loved ones, and other responsibilities.
I guess it does not work.
I have to get something done
just looking at nest bowl.
Man if I didn't already have a headache. Plus hurt from driving. I would go down to NCTC and see what is happening in the tree and sky.
I have the forum Megan Thanks.
I am going over to Momsters
A lot of you are waiting to be approved for membership - You will
be in within the hour - if no more
visits occur from Trudy
I feel pretty sure this is Belle.
Looks like Belle
And the B word for the other one....Sharon, please capitalize that word when you use it!! :)
Signgirl, I wouldn't call you crazy, I totally understand and Shepherdstown is such a beautiful place.
Shepherdstown and surrounding area is a lovely place to visit...
Me too Sharon, for one thing head is too broad for Lib. I still can't figure out why he doesn't enter the nest... Doesn't want to get in the middle of a fight I guess.
I wonder if Dr. Sharpe could or would answer any of these questions for us.
Okay, Paula, I will be really careful to capitalize it correctly next time.
Now Sharon there is a guy that would know things ... your right about him.
Lynne2, I watched just after Trudy left also, and I'm sure they are of Belle too.
C(°Ù¿°)D Jim
For me since NCTC said they would be doing the "zoom". I thought well it will be like Norfolk and they would scan the skies at times.
I guess I was really wrong thinking that one!
An eagle at fledge will be the biggest they ever will be . They loos their size, becasue of feathers etc, as they get older.
by age 5 they are the size at which they will stay.
Now I wish the cam was zoomed so we could get a good look.
Looks like Belles beak ,right
This cam is a fixed cam and can only zoom on what is in sight, not pan around.
Brought over
Hancock forum> Pictures then Megan said if you go to next page theres a close of view of eagle
You can see the face clearly, and you all know better
Hi,
Soon I need to go home. I am trying to focus on school work.
Question Sharon ?? Who did you just
email - I am lost.......Need your
help.
Did anyone see my comments ,that they thought at Hancock that intruder might be a male.
Everything would make sense if it was.
But I still say female.
Mema Jo, you've got mail.
This is for sure Belle.
yeah bev, actually, Megan posted on the last post too. Paula thinks Belle, but she will be doing some comparison.
Holy Moley! I have been reading for 2 hours! Have some of old thread to finish & all of this one!
I guess it's safe to see nest now.
Scott's pictures are wonderful & I must see John's
Lynne, saw the positive Aberdeen eagle story! Thx ☺ At first when I saw MD eagle released, I thought of one found near Park, but didn't think so. I will face that possible dilemma tomorrow.XXXing my fingers that both adults there & if not, chicks are old enough to leave alone for fishong (& no one snatches them).Will have to see about policy in aiding---fish drop!
Yup, Belle
come on and eat your fish Belle . You need your strength.
I am off again to do some work LOL
Not getting much done, and that is why I was trying to stay away from the cams.
I was really chickling to myself when Trudy was in nest and we are all shouting for Belle to come and take her out.
would we not all be grand at a fight. LOL
Pammie, most of us who spend sop much time here are retired! So no job duties. But yeah, housekeeping duties sure suffer!!!! And it's hard to find time to cook, too---or vook as Lolly said! (I THINK it was Lolly!)
Belle is really following something now, but I hear nothing and she is not calling.
I did remove myself for awhile. Went outside and got some fresh air. Sun came out and it's now 73°...not bad for the first full day of spring. Looks like I have lost one forsythia bush. My lilac has survived...now to see if it blooms!
Jonquils and hyacinths are coming up, and snowdrops are blooming--better late than never! So life DOES go on....and we all appreciate the lifts that nature give us to temper the lows.
I'm just guessing like everybody else, haven't has a chance to closely examine the pictures. But at first glance it looked like belle to me. If the eagle was a male I would think liberty would go at it, he hasn't abandoned the nest, in fact he was sitting close by it for a little bit yesterday. This is confusing.
Some of us , my way are going to need a few sips of something LOL to get on board with the beauties of nature.
Snow and cold still
Now I am goneLOl
Bev., was wondering why the Hancock people think the intruder is a male? The size would indicate that it is a female, and I have thought that it wants the nest and Liberty.
I had to step out for a bit, so I'm sorry if this has already been covered ... is there a particular reason Belle would not eat the fish still in the nest?
Afternoon everyone. I just got caught up - mostly - and I can't stay away from the live cam.
Fortunately, the cam is now running over 50 minutes. I missed the two on the nest because I had to reboot and then listen to that d... commercial.
I understand the financial needs to post these commercials, but don't they know what's going on here? If anyone of OC or NTCT is looking, thank you. I DO appreciate what you've given us.
Now, got that out of the way.
Please include me with a cheat sheet; pretty please. I've gotten to know most of you since I joined in 2009 and from the nest visit in june, but with the latest collection of newbies I'm totally lost!
I'll post this now and continue to watch as I can; it's getting closer to dinner time. I need a good vook!
Before I go, here's a quote from today's newspaper:
"Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." Author Unknown
... later
Not yet Sharon But I'll keep watching
Steve said: In addition, our land manager has been communicating with another raptor biologist based in our Chesapeake Bay field office. There is general agreement among our biologists that if the new female eagle is successful in chasing off the current female, the new female will then need to recruit a male to join her. So I don't know why the other forum said it was a male there for awhile or anyone for that matter.
Hey Sharon, I can ask Dr Sharpe about the battles...M/M or F/F or M/F.
Also, wanted to ask him about the feeding from the nares and the video of it and the information KB found.
I think it is interesting that the biologists think that the intruder is after the nest and will need to find a new male to join her. That sounds as if they expect that Belle and Lib will leave together and the intruder would take over the nest with a new mate.
Tried to read some of Hancock, but there are too many pages. I think, according to our observations, that some of their remarks are not accurate. I think it's been Belle in the nest today & Trudy w/her size has to be a female!
Poor Belle, she doesn't know what to do except guard the nest.
I wonder how often nests are stolen from other eagles.
Shirley and Dana...they are talking about the eagle that flew in after Trudy was there. They think it was Lib. Did you get the link from before the split...there are pix there of the visit/bird in question, and all we can tell for sure is that it's not Trudy.
Haven't watched much today, Lynne. I did not see an eagle fly in after Trudy.
Did not see Trudy today, either.
Probably happens a lot Shirley, like they said...the population has really recovered meaning more competition for habitat.
I am not really clear about that statement either. I wondered and posted yesterday about it Belle gets run off, and is not badly wounded, would Lib leave with her, or would he stay and think about moving in with the Hussy? I can't find any info on that
I went to different pages in there before and after. There was a time in there they though the intruder was a male Lynne2.
Dana, they are just trying to figure it all out like we are. After watching from the ground, I believe the intruder is a female.
Shirley, here is the link that Megan had on....the pics are here.
LIB??? Hancock forum pictures
Keep thing posted I need to go lay down and see if I can't get rid of this headache. ty
OK, well I am just referring to the pictures on the forum from today. On the link. Not talking about any other speculation.
I won't even pretend to know if it is Lib or Belle, now that cam is zoomed out and withoug both in the nest I suck at ID!
Challenges are always M/M or F/F, and following the examples of nests I'm watching, if the challenger is successful, the remaining member of the pair will mate with the winner. Pairs do not leave a good territory together, or in this case Liberty would probably mate with the winner of the challenge, whichever one of them is will be.
But I think Belle will be successful in her defense this time, and we will see Liberty-Belle for a long while yet.
C(°Ù¿°)D Jim
Jim That's what we are praying will happen. Thanks for the info
Lynne2
A point they didn't make was that whoever flew into the nest after the "intruder",stayed...no other eagle came in. Or if they did I must have blinked. It sure looked like Belle to me - I know I don't post often (in the last couple of years), but I do watch/read.
I'm with Jim on that one. My money's on Belle. She just isn't going to give up her territory and nest without a major fight.
I hope you are right Jim! This young little snit has no idea who she is dealing with!
I think it was Lib who buried the egg and Patty. Belle was there when he cam in and did not try to run him off. Then she left and Lib buried the egg and Patty. That was my observation.
that's right Iris, no other eagle cam in at that time. And it doesn't matter if you don't post often! You are observing and please don't feel like you can't comment on what you see! Better yet, hang around more!
I think the Hancock forum just got it wrong this time. I haven't seen Liberty on the nest since the 16th.
C(°Ù¿°)D Jim
Sharon thanks for that info -
Thank you, Lynne. I had gone to Hancock site via the other link, but for some reason I did not see all of the pictures.
I don't remember him being there since the 15th. In the morning. I could be wrong, but I don't remember him being in on Wed, day before hatch....of course, I am not here all the time either!
I wish the sound on the live feed worked in reverse. I'll bet that homewrecking hussy would leave if she could hear all of us screaming at her.
I have all the faith in the world that Lib and Belle will continue.
Stronghunter,
The people at Hancock were basing this on the narrowness of the head.
I still think it is female , but if it was a male that would explain why Belle has not royally kicked her butt.
Still thinking intruder is female though
There was two adult eagles in the nest this morning and one was not Trudy and they were not fighting. Belle flew off and the remaining one (I belive Lib) buried the egg and Patty.
Think it would be a great idea, Paula, for you to ask Dr. Sharpe about our new knowledge from Kickingbird & others.
My daughter & I talked yesterday & we thought if the saline solution from nares is secreted on food for chicks, it might be an aid in digestion, as saline might help break down the food.
Other than that, I'm xxxing everything for Sherry, as she goes to Haiti TU! Another colleague (male) going,too & hotel is in a compound & personal driver will cart them around & to lab where they'll work. People down there say things are OK!!!b Except one of their gov't. people just got shot!
Checked the video of the eagle on the nest at 1:40....NOT Lib in my opinion. Can see the mark on the beak....and the size.
I have no doubt the intruder is a female.
It is nice to know it has been calm since I have been gone, still a lot of posts
Well, time will tell.
I really think that Belle realizes all is lost for this season as far as kidlets go.
So to immediately go running back to the nest serves no purpose. But she will not let the harlot stay there either. If the harlot gets too comfy, then it will all break loose.
If the harlot wanted the nest she would have taken Belle at her weakest, and did not.
So we will see what happens. I am praying constantly
went to GROSSery store earlier. Saw 2 F150 Ford pickups. Rage overtook me....anyone remember the scene in Smokey and the Bandit where Jerry Reed runs over a bunch of motorcycles? ;)
After reading some of the posts and the one from Hancock, I may be wrong but is it possible it was Lib? If he was near the tree he would not have attacked Trudy but if Belle was there would she? I can't see Belle letting her stay in the nest that long AND unattended...
I think what has a lot more confused today is the camera not being in close.
Belle has her head bowed for a bit
when I looked at Scotts pictures I felt the intruder was a female.
cams can distort things,
What is good is that so many are watching and praying for a positive outcome.
Went back & checked older Blogs. Lib came in nest, Wed. AM, 16th to do a switch w/Belle. Don't know if he was back later=---didn't read that far ☺
Gotts do din din & LOTS of other stuff ~~~
Paula, I'm not saying it was Lib in the nest at 1:40. But it was Lib who buried the egg and Patty this morning.
Red, I was responding to question about Hancock pics from visit at 1:40.
That was Belle that buried Paddy, too.
interesting point Robyn....
I am back. Healthy as all get out! Numbers all good! Getting better with age! LOL That is what I tell Jack all the time.
Now a hair appointment tomorrow and I will be good to go.
Geeeeesh! I am certainly glad I missed all the drama this afternoon. Went to Hancock Forum and saw the pictures. Wish I had not done so!
Lynne, saw where you typed Turdy one time and not Trudy. LOL An error or on purpose? Either way, think it is a better name.
Have not been outside all day so I am heading out now. Will have 101 posts to read when I get back. Groan......!
I need to take my laptop out with me!
Bye!
When we were there yesterday several times when belle left the nest, she flew far away out of view. It's quite possible that she was not right by the nest when trudy arrived.
Well, Looly, you know the I have some trouble in this department, as you pointed out with my typo of Shirely!!! Perhaps it was a subconscious typo this time. TURDY!!! LOL!!! oh my....
http://www.wvec.com/marketplace/microsite-content/eagle-cam.html
The WVEC chicks getting fed. Just wanted to share something happy....
Maria, you were the one who mentioned living in Newton right?
Thanks Maria! I shared a happy Eagle story earlier....it's good to find some positive and happy things to look at!
Yes, I live in Newton, NJ
Yea, Belle eat that fish...you need your strength
Belle is eating her fish!
I left 2 posts way back, I spent many summers in Cranberry Lake at my Aunt and Uncle's Lakehouse in Frenchman's Cove
Old fish stuck on her talon....
tell me the cam didn't just shake....
Looks like Belle is going to eat. Yay.
Good evening. Finally all caught up. So sad to see Belle just sitting on the edge looking around. I am glad that I missed the fight between Belle and the ole "bitty" as my Grandma calls some B(word).
Still hard to come to grips today.
Nice day in the area today, warm weather...wind has picked up, maybe another storm moving in?
Hope all is well and some healing has begun.
Ps... for all, name is Carolyn ( Lynn's (Hedgie's) daughter. I am from Hedgesville WV.
Jo, just heard your message---guess you called while I was outside!!! Sorry I missed you!
Oh, didn't see them! Where do you live now Robyn?
well hello Carloyn, glad you came on board with us!
Belle grabbed the fish and walked it to the noon position...She's still standing there...hasn't dug in yet
I am originally from Staten Island NY, I live in Martinsburg WV today
I have some great memories from Cranberry Lake, many family get togethers.
oh man...
She is watching and calling out-
Hi, kid! Don't I know you from somewhere????
Belle is calling out.....Lib come home!
Here we go again...
The Bitch is back up in the tree.
I think it's the wind shaking the cam.
Turdy just landed in the tree
Calls out and a clunk...guess the B is back
wow, she's gone from HOT LIPS to POTTY MOUTH!!!!!!
love you Sharon!
Ok I'm back for my second day of blogging, yes you can teach old dogs and people new tricks I'm proof LOL!! Thanks Pam Haines for telling me about this from facebook ..Boy did I do a newbee oops big time I click on the box to email follow-up comments and I had way over 100 in my email this morning to read. I just check in on Bell not much as changed I guess I still haven't read todays blogs got to do that and check on all 18 other eaglenest cams and my dolphin cam and the manatee cam Boy do I need a life HA Just got off from work and jumped right on the computer I also found another Facebook bace to NCTC is this one new I did friend request it also
Oh JEEEEEZZZZ! I'm from Staten Island too! Rosebank to be exact and my Grandparents lived in Dongan Hills!
Paula, you have mail.
Eat your fish
Belle started calling and something landed upstairs(at least it sounded like it) Belle looked up as there was a thug.
Belle now at nest cup digging.
All of a sudden Belle went over to the egg cup and is digging again. I believe she is going to cover them better.
Bless her heart, she is doing more burying.
Thanks Lynne2, and yes Momma, you do!!!!
Heard Belle calling out, then just looked at her
Yep, she really covered them up that time.
Hi JudyE and welcome back!
wow, she is really working on that hole
nest cup. sorry, didn't mean to hit enter so quickly.
Nice capitalization there Sharon!
Awwe,
she is protecting her egg and little Paddy Joy.
tears streaming here
WOW small world, I grew up in Grant City, hung out in New Dorp, when I moved out on my own I lived in Dongan Hills for a while on Bear St
I learned from the best!
Got it Sharon.
Not familiar with Bear St. My Grandparents were on Liberty Ave. below Hylan Blvd.
It is as if she comes in at specific times, evening is drawing near, will she try and enter the nest again?
Belle flew out
Belle off to the right
Fluff nicely rearranged....no sad things to watch....and off she goes. Not really interested in that fish.
What in the world????
Damn- that bird is going to dig uop the chick again-
Trudy is in nest and I hear Belle
Damn Bitch~! Someone go slingshot her. Let that baby rest in peace.
Here we go again......
Intruder must have still been up in the tree, Belle looked up there before she left.
Why doesn't she stop her, this is really intersting yet very confusing
Get out of the Nest.
Don't know why Belle had to leave
Oh my oh my oh my
And off she goes at 3, after a few calls.
Wish she would eat her fish
the calls were not urgent
Someone up top and came down
Damn hussy
and Mom landed up top and is squealing
Get out of there you Big B
Belle has to get her out
Damn it , she is uncovering agin.
See the slender head
Trudy is back.
Could this bird possibly be confused?!
So hussy is back......I don't want to call her Trudy anymore.....I know a nice lady named Trudy.....this hussy isn't nice!
Belle flew down and is at 5 and hussy flew off at 3 as Belle came down.
so strange
Belle calling but not urgent like.
I just got home. What is SHE doing in the nest acting like she owns it?
Oh the bitty is there!! UGH!!!!
Wow. Trudy came n right after B left. Amazing. Wanted to c what B was working on. Went straight to where B was digging.
Sounds like someone is upstairs
Belle still at 5
I was off Raritan above Railroad Ave
Maybe she is hoping the intruder will follow her when she leaves...she was following Belle around yesterday.
Uh, back to the nest cup, looks then flies off to the right.
I am going to say this eagle is devil possessed.
I'm just thinking here, probably don't know what I'm talking about, but could this be an offspring of Belles? It seems that Belle is really not being very agressive with this bird and this bird is acting like she's familiar with this nest. It's almost like they're taking turns.....
Belle back- Trudy must be right behind her- cam shook.
UGH! I need to head out to store but don't want to leave yet.
To recap the last several minutes. I saw Belle dig 2 holes and push twigs over new grave. Belle left nest and then Trudy came into nest, landing right on the grave, she then poked at the grave as is to dig it up again, but she didn't. Then Trudy took her left foot and pressed on the grave like 3 times. Then Trudy stepped back. You could her Belle in the uppper tree. Then Trudy left. I can't tell who is in the nest now.
Belle back but I think Bitty landed on the camera.
That is Belle in the nest now.
Darn refresh....grr...thanks for the observations!
Lib was on nest this afternoon at round 3:30 or so when T left. Then Lib then B came back. Got pics on comport at work. T just took off. Now B is back. No wonder it's so confusing.
Love all the comments today. I've been very amused at this time of sorrow and anticipation of WHATS NEXT???
Maria, we thought of that as well....but the clutch that would be this age failed.
Couple of more digs...now Belle has the fish again...yea, eat it right in front of her...
this is just truly the most bizarre thing I have ever seen. I have not a clue as to what to make of all of this....
Oh, it just seems so odd that Belle is not being agressive to the point of doing harm and lets her stay in the nest a bit. Like I said it's like they're taking turns.
Belle came back
Eat Belle
Keep Nourished
What da heck is a comport? Hehehe. Meant computer
you chow down Belle and get strong.
This was when Belle ate yesterday also.
I am out for a bit.
Hubby home
SHIRLEY....the posts come fast and furious, and I forget....but LOL LOL on Hunter's poster!!!! That gave me a well needed chuckle!
Appetite coming back? EAT, honey---get strong!
Could the age be off by a year? Maybe this bird is a year older or younger than what everyone thinks?
Lynne, we are not alone! No one on the other forums knows either!
Lynne2 and Robyn, are you ladies on Facebook by any chance?
Caro---make that BiDDy.
I guess that's possible Maria....
Paula, I can only say that I hope some biologist who specializes in eagles has found his way to this camera! We are seeing something that is probably unprecedented since cams began, I'm sure!
ohn its DD not TT...LOL
Susan I didn't see Lib ever today or yesterday at the nest
Is that what I missed when I went
to the bus stop????????
Wouldn't Lib help fight off hussy if it was his and belle's off spring. I thought I read that on one post?
NO, signgirl Lib will just wait & go with the Winner.
I was at the GROSSery store at that time. Oh how I wish it was Lib....
I have been sitting here watching all day and I have not seen Lib.
Maria, not by the markings....darker white parts at 3...everything all white at 5...this one has more dark in the tail than you can see on the cam...more darkness shows when she flies...and in Scott's pics...at most it could be a 5 yo from the 2006 batch....but I'm not sure parent would recognize chick from 5 years ago....young returning to the nest are chased away.
But we can't be positive as none of the chicks or adults are banded.
You wolf that down Gal!
Leave no bits or pieces in the nest
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