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Alison:
--- Quote from: carly on November 17, 2009, 05:12 ---He has fledged already, these are from when he arrived in Ontario. He is replacing Quetesh, who died earlier this year. I'm bound to an oath, can't say more :-X :-X ;)
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Yes, I realized that these were photos from earlier this year. I think these early photos make him a major candidate for Cutest Chick of the Year award. Nevertheless, an impression remains that CPF seems a little reluctant to post info about him.
A more recent photo:
Alison:
An interesting post by Frank Butson on the CPF site:
On Nov 21, Walter and I were down at Humber Bay Park East in Torontos westend. It is right at the lakeshore. The adult Peregrine flew past me as I was searching for other birds. It flew out of my lines of sight,so I thought that was pretty cool and continued my search. As I continued on some time later,I spotted the silhouette of a raptor perched in a tree. Looking into the sun,I was fairly certain it was the Peregrine,but wasnt sure. I ventured abit closer and confirmed it was a Peregrine. Walter and I began a slow approach,not wanting to spook the bird. After 2 ladies walked right under the tree oblivious to the birds presence,I moved as close as I dared. I could not see a band on the birds left leg at all,and it was well seen on at least 2 or 3 occasions. The Peregrine was likely digesting a meal,as it had a full crop. It sat for at least 10-15 minutes while we watched. It watched various small ducks intently,despite appearing full. It was a great find and really made my day. Please enjoy the video I put together.
http://tinypic.com/player.php?v=dsi11&s=6
And a video from Walter Fisher:
http://tinypic.com/player.php?v=2mo9sav&s=6
Photos by Frank Butson:
allikat:
What a cutie.....I wish him all the success!!! Can't wait to hear more news!
carly:
He has fledged already, these are from when he arrived in Ontario. He is replacing Quetesh, who died earlier this year.
bccs:
What a beautiful falcon. Notice the feathers just coming in on his tail. ;D
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