Looking on the Peregrine webcam this morning

[ranworthbreeze]

I was looking at the Peregrine webcam this morning and I saw a fluffy beak. I looked down at the events listing and I was saddened to see that one of the chicks had died earlier in the month. The link however does show that the three remaining chicks are doing well.

http://upp.hawkandowl.org/youngest-of-norwich-peregrine-chicks-dies/

Regards

Alan

[Poppy]

Many may not be aware that there is a 'watch point' situated in the Cathedral Close where visitors may see the peregrines ( when they are at home ) through high powered scopes. The point is manned daily ( weather permitting) from 10.00 am until approx. 4.00pm by volunteers prepared to answer questions and tell of the latest news. 

It's a short walk from Norwich yacht station.

[ranworthbreeze]

Just been on the Peregrine website, I can only see two of the chicks at the moment but they are currently on their own and are very active.

 

Regards

Alan

[boycee]

Just been on the website Alan & one of the parents is feeding 3 very hungry chicks.

Boycee

[ranworthbreeze]

The chicks are active this morning and feeding themselves.

They are now starting to get colour into their feathers.

 

Regards

Alan

[LadyPatricia]

Chicks getting big now, mum or dad just feeding them what looks like a pigeon

[jeffbroadslover]

Just had a look on the webcam.........looks like there is only one "chick" left at home.

 

 

Jeff

[BroadScot]

Just had a look on the webcam.........looks like there is only one "chick" left at home.

 

 

Jeff

Maybe its scared of heights Jeff

 

 

Iain.

[jeffbroadslover]

What's the chances of someone popping up there and strapping a parachute on it's back just in case?

 

 

Jeff

[BroadScot]

Ah Jeff,

 

Great Idea, sounds like a job for Grace or Alan (R/Breeze)

 

 

Iain.

[jeffbroadslover]

Iain, the only way you would get Gracie up there was if it was on top of a shoe tree, not the cathedral.

 

 

Jeff

[Poppy]

Two fledged this morning - the first at  about 6.15, another a little later.  Just got home from a stint at the watch point and the remaining youngster was still resolutely staying with the nest tray , all be it with lots of wing flapping etc.

https://youtu.be/eV65KQ23CxY

[BroadScot]

Thank you for that Poppy

 

 

Iain

[Wussername]

A critical time for the fledglings. Do you know if they are OK Poppy?

[ranworthbreeze]

Just been on the webcam and the young peregrine is just stood on the edge of its roost preening itself with no intention of taking flight.

Regards

Alan

[LadyPatricia]

Just been lucky enough to be watching the webcam when the last of the youngsters left the nest

[DaveRolaves]

We have been watching the chicks in the nest at Norwich cathedral - good to hear that the chicks have flown lets hope they do well

in the wild. Dave R........ 

[Poppy]

All three are doing well so far. The really critical phase starts now - learning to fly, hunt etc.  On average,  about 50% survive their first year, with the commonest cause of fatalities being flying accidents. At least two of the Norwich offspring over the last two or three years have died after flying into things, usually when 'stooping' after prey, which they do at high speed - adults can reach 150 mph !!!

[LadyPatricia]

After leaving the nest do they stay in th local area Poppy? Found watching these chicks really fascinating.

[BroadScot]

I had a wee peek at the cam late last night. The chick was snuggled in a corner with head under its wings. What I found interesting was being able to see it breathing with the slight body movement. Let's hope they all survive out in the big wild world.

 

 

Iain.

[ranworthbreeze]

It has been good to watch the development of the young peregrines over the last couple of years on the Norwich Chathedral webcam.

Our link to the webcan has been visited 5492 times this year by our forum members, lets hope the breeding pair return next year.

Regards

Alan

[LadyPatricia]

Excuse my ignorance but will they still use this 'nest' for a while or is that it, they are off for good?

[BroadScot]

Once Poppy has been up the ladder and cleaned it out Steve, maybe they will come back   Seriously, nope, I don't think so.

 

 

Iain.

[Poppy]

The male never leaves the area, since they are fiercely territorial. The female ( they pair for life) will 'disappear' around October and will return in January/February, and thus the cycle begins again.

The nest box is cleared out in the winter by somebody from the Hawk and Owl Trust, and valuable information is gained regarding diet, what kills may have been brought in etc. There is also a study on the entomology (insect life) which is present at that time going on, revealing some interesting data apparently.

The opportunity is also taken to ensure that the nest tray is still sound,and to clean lenses, inspect wiring etc of the Webcams at this time.

[Poppy]

And for those who missed it (again) like me  https://youtu.be/VMUCJvD7Qsk