Manitoba Peregrines > U of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta
U of Alberta - 2009 / Damon & Radisson
eagle63_1999:
TPC you speak with the reality of what this world is like when it comes to Nature. Some humans, not saying about anyone here-just saying, have their emotions so involved that when reality hits it hurts them. It is great that there are so many people becoming involved in the Peregrine watch, it does help this fascinating bird, the Prince of Birds.
Saoirse:
Not so much a killjoy as a blast of reality! It's hard to watch these birds hatch and grow, fledge and soar and not feel protective, even possessive. TPC, you've made similar comments on a number of occasions -- and I'm making the assumption that you've come to this knowledge through sometimes painful experience. Speaking for myself only, I appreciate the reminder that, despite all our caring and interest, these ARE wild birds. Nature may be, IS, beautiful and awe-inspiring, but Mother Nature has a harsh and cruel aspect as well.
The Peregrine Chick:
(Yes, I know I can be a killjoy at times ... is a gift :))
The Peregrine Chick:
Just a suggestion to the Edmonton Fledgewatch, don't burn yourselves out at this point - your kids have been flying for close to two weeks (even Froona) and they are past the awkward "what-do-these-things-do" stage. And they are starting to fly off campus so it is just as likely that if something does happen to them, it will happen off-campus as easily as on-campus. Not to dampen your outings or your enthusiasm, but if you are blanketing the campus to keep the chicks safe, you may be burning all your fuel reserves unnecessarily.
Visit often or occasionally, enjoy the show, keep a watch on them and pat yourselves on the back that you have helped them through the most dangerous part of fledging! But also start to come to grips with the reality that they are pretty much on their own now, unless they are are spotted by someone (not as guaranteed as one might think) chances are if they run into problems, you won't find them, they won't need your help (they die on impact or whatever) or you won't know about them in time. It's the "wild" part of wild-nesting peregrine falcons and that means tough love for us humans! :'(
BirdLover:
Oh, lorac and backwards bob, that must have been so exciting for you! I get goosebumps just thinking one of them flying, but all three at the same time is beyond that. I got to see two of our four flying last night, so I know how you feel ;D
Thanks for the update. :-*
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