Peregrine pair….so happy together!
September 18, 2013 in On the Clock Tower
The peregrines are now both seen in tandem atop the weathervane…back to the old perch and so happy together!!
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Peregrine fledglings experience the joy of flight!
July 9, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
The fledglings are having a blast learning how to fly. They have abundant nearby rooftops to practice short hop flights, glides and landings. You can almosy sense their joy as they make endless short hop flights. What a pure delight to watch!
5 photos posted: http://www.pbase.com/birdshots/image/151582749
Peregrine adult female protecting fledglings near nestbox
July 9, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
The mother peregrine continues to keep a vigilant watch over her offspring. On this overcast afternoon in just after July 4th, she remains on a regular roof corner and then chases off a nearby passing predator threat.
6 action photos posted: http://www.pbase.com/birdshots/image/151582743 Click “next” in upper right to advance frames! Enjoy
Peregine chicks in the heat!
May 30, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
Summer has arrived for all of us including nestling birds getting ready to fledge! Time to get ready for some good ol fashioned summertime heat & humidity. This was our first time in the low 90s in the Lawrence area since the end of last August and this heat is gonna stick for a few days. In fact, we’ll see afternoon temps near 90 for the next 4 afternoons. All this heat & humidity will be a tesr for our nestling friends.
Quite a delight to be able to observe and photo document the new batch of peregrine nestlings as they prepare for first flight. Did you know that falcon chicks are called “eyases”? An eyas is a an unfledged bird; specifically : a nestling hawk. The four peregrine eyases have adjusted quite successfully to their new home on a rooftop after recently being moved by MassWildlife staff.
Today provided nice lighting conditions with nice views (from a distance with a scope, binoculars, and a very long camera lens….all from private property) of the nestlings. Only able to see three of the four along with terrific views of both parents on separate nearby perches. These photos are well worth a look!
11 Photos of chicks and adults posted: http://www.pbase.com/birdshots/image/150522998 Click “next” in upper right to advance frames….enjoy!!
Peregrine Falcon male enjoying meal
April 17, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
The Peregrines continue to keep an active presence around the 250 Canal St. complex. Most sightings are of the male either perched or in the process of consuming freshly caught prey. The incubation period is about 30 days and duties are shared by female and male. The pair typically mate for life.
6 photos posted: http://www.pbase.com/birdshots/image/149751747 Click “next” in upper right corner to advance frames….enjoy!
Peregrine Falcon male taking flight after meal
April 10, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
Peregrine Falcon male taking flight after finishing a meal atop the rooftop. Peregrine male has black over green leg band 6/4 easily seen on the left ankle. The Peregrine had acpatured avian prey on the rooftop and ripped apart for a meal. Upon completion of the meal, it carefully wiped it’s bill clean at the edge of the roof and then took flight in easterly direction. Overcast cloudy day but light was good enough to capture somewhat clear images.
5 Photos posted: http://www.pbase.com/birdshots/image/149751742 Click “next” in upper right corner to advance frames…..enjoy!
Peregrine Falcon
April 10, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
Peregrine Falcon male perched atop one of the buildings in the 250 Canal St. complex on a cloudy afternoon!
Peregrine Falcon, male 6/4 leg band
April 9, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
The male Peregrine Falcon perched on a ledge within the 250 Canal St. complex. This was a late afternoon observation with the Peregrine overlooking the area where the nest is located in a secure location nearby. The leg bands provide confirmation of the gender of this Peregrine. The male has been the more visible of the two as the female is incubating the eggs.
Peregrine Falcon, male on ledge
April 3, 2013 in Peregrines at 250 Canal St.
The sightings continue of the Peregrines at 250 Canal Street in Lawrence! The many visits and searching efforts are very fruitful for peregrine sightings. They are being found perched in a variety of locations in and around the 250 Canal Street complex. It may take some time, but the Peregrines can be found with patience and careful scanning. The male in this photo is confirmed by way of leg bands that provide proof postive with 6/4 black over green bands!!
Peregrine Falcons: male/female breeding pair
March 10, 2013 in Near the Clock Tower
A magnificent encounter with both Peregrines just before egg laying time and before departing for a week long family vacation. The morinng was filled with brilliant sunshine and almost cloudless skies. The Peregrines moved around the southeast corner of the building at 200 Merrimack Street. They made many fly by loops chasing bothersome pigeons and numerous roof top landings. Thankfully the rooftop posing provided an opportunity to capture photos that allow for positive ID by way of legs bands. This flight shot is one of my new favorites!! Hope you enjoy this one too!
Photos posted: http://www.pbase.com/birdshots/image/149201322 Click “next” in upper right corner to advance frames….enjoy!
