Peregrine male hanging out

January 28, 2015 in Verizon Cell Tower

The male peregrine continues to hand out on a ledge at the nearby Verizon Cell Tower off of hampshire Street in Lawrence.  Looks like he has found a warm air vent of the south side of the building.  The perch location provide shelter from cold winds, south side sunshine exposure, suitable elevation, and most likely warm air exhaust from the building!  He perches solo and we are not able to know if new female friend may become mating partner as breeding season approaches quickly.

Peregrines rooftop perch!

October 30, 2014 in Near the Clock Tower

The pair of adult peregrines are seen with almost daily regularity on and around the Clock Tower in Lawrence.  This morning they were perched atop roof pediments located on the southeast corner of the brick building at 200 Merrimack St just above the stoplights at Merrimack and south Union Streets.  It is always a thrill to watch them burst into flight mode and loop around the local area.

For those with an interest, more flight photos posted:

http://www.pbase.com/birdshots/image/158046045   Click “next” upper right corner to advance!

Enjoy!

Peregrine atop nearby utility pole

October 8, 2014 in Near the Clock Tower

The peregrines were both seen late this afternoon in flight and perched around the Clock Tower.  While enjoying a short visit, there were numerous sorties after nearby prey and other uninvited local intruders.  As the sun was getting low in the sky, the female with clearly seen leg bands (V/5) came to rest on a favorite utility pole perch along Merrimack St.  The close views were unexpected but very enjoyable!

 

 

Peregrine fledgling

June 17, 2014 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.

The peregrine fledglings have been seen on many of the local warehouse building rooftops.  This late afternoon sighting was at the 250 Canal St. warehouse complex on one of the west facing roofs.  The young falcon was solo looking west!