Nesting Diaries
Observed for a few minutes early on 5/16 from the top of the new Pointdexter St. Bridge.
The nest is empty. I assume the nestlings have fledged.
Observed what looked like 2 adults and 1 chick in the nest.
Observed this afternoon. Frequently vocalizing female was on rim of nest, and there were at least 2 chicks in the nest.
Female appears to still be on eggs. It's amazing, the activity and noise around this nest.
Female is hunkered down in nest and male is 'standing guard."
I've ignored the nest, but it appears that this nest is indeed occupied (!), despite all the construction going on all around it. Among other things, the bridge below the tower is being completely demolished.
Observed late am. One juvenile on corner of tower and one on nest. Much vocalizing. I assume both have fledged at this point.
Observed for a few moments. It appeared there was one adult on the nest, and it was vocalizing.
Observed late in the day. Female stayed on rim. Are there hatchlings within nest?
Discovered today. Female on nest in super high tower, and she appears to be incubating. Interesting location in that the river is about 1 mile away on either side. Thank goodness for telephoto lenses--and cropped frame DSLR's!