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Manitoba Peregrines => U of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta => : The Peregrine Chick March 20, 2012, 17:45

: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick March 20, 2012, 17:45
Nothing for 2012 on the website yet but the date on the webcams is current so Edmonton is a waiting game as well it looks like.  There are three cams, two external, one internal.  As of today, the internal cam is a bright (corneal burning) hot pink.  Pretty sure its a technical problem  ;)

: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L March 27, 2012, 22:13
Coriena at BCAW got this great photo yesterday of a returning falcon.  But who is it?  Will wait to see if Bev can get down there and identify it and let us know tomorrow.
(http://i1105.photobucket.com/albums/h343/Eli-oop/th_untitled.jpg) (http://s1105.photobucket.com/albums/h343/Eli-oop/?action=view&current=untitled.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF March 27, 2012, 23:00
Great news about Falcons being back in Edmonton.   ;D ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird March 27, 2012, 23:59
Hello, you, whoever you are!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L March 28, 2012, 09:56
Bev reports on BCAW that there is a male and a female here, but she could not identify them.  The female is banded, and the male would not show his legs.  So, we await further developments.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. March 28, 2012, 19:23
I lost my report :o but anyhow , yes our falcons returned March25

Jean lives there and let me know on Sunday. Could not get down till last night but found female on a building across from St Stephens college . she is banded but could not ID . Lighting and it was cold.
Could not get a good look of her face.the  male was on suite hotel and could not see if bands or not.
It was cold and we were there for over an hour and they did not leave or make a sound.

Will try and get them Id  and jean will try from her apartment. I need to move there for the next 5 months.
click on picutres. male on pink building.


(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_March27-6.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_March27-6.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_March27-2.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_March27-2.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_March27-4.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_March27-4.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_March27-5.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_March27-5.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_March27-10.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_March27-10.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF March 29, 2012, 12:42
Great pics Bev   :)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick April 01, 2012, 19:40
That's wonderful news, Elaine & Bev! Now, just to get them ID'd. We may need to send Dennis out there with his "Wowzer" camera lens! ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF April 01, 2012, 20:02
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ed-1.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 01, 2012, 23:23
Thanks RCF. Peter and i were donw there when you took this picutre. I am sure it is RAdisson. We were there the other night also and the way she flew to the aerial (that she roosts on) and turned in where she always has, really makes us think it is her.

tonight she was at the nest box for a few hours. We saw the male a few blocks over on the K-ching(we nic-named it) . and then he flew over and out south of nest box after a pigeon. the female chupped as he flew past. No cigar today. But it was comical as the pigeon flew on ledge below nest box.

WE noticed the male fly back to K-ching building.

Later RAdisson flew out over Maz building and turned in for the night.
Jean came over form her aprtment and joined us. As we decided to go for coffee , we saw the male fly in from the east and turn in 3 ledges up from female. so I do not really think this is our starter male from last year. 

WE need to get ID but the cam is not going to be much help.
man it was cold tonight . toques and gloves were the order of the day.

Will try and post our shots later. Family commitments have me hopping.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 03, 2012, 14:13
Falcon in the nestbox.  Cannot tell if she/he has bands.   Just looking around, enjoying the nicer weather.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 04, 2012, 09:36
Bev reported at BCAW this morning that she was talking to Gordon Court, the biologist for this site, and he said that this site is going to get new cameras from Bell either today or tomorrow.  This will make the view here so much better!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF April 04, 2012, 12:40
Bev reported at BCAW this morning that she was talking to Gordon Court, the biologist for this site, and he said that this site is going to get new cameras from Bell either today or tomorrow.  This will make the view here so much better!

 8)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick April 04, 2012, 14:16
Bev reported at BCAW this morning that she was talking to Gordon Court, the biologist for this site, and he said that this site is going to get new cameras from Bell either today or tomorrow...
This IS great news! :D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 11, 2012, 16:04
I am sorry I have not reported. My slate is full right now , with planning daughters wedding for April28, baking, cleaning , trying to observe birds, going nuts ::) ::) ::)
but I wild do a bit now.

We think it is Radisson back and we have a banded male. Not sure if same from last year.

I am hoping to get bands and Jean is helping by trying and getting shots from window.

First off, cam update from Gord.they were supposed to be done last week but we had a blizzard.

U of A cameras 1 and 2 are being replaced by new units as we speak - hope to have them delivering a feed soon.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 11, 2012, 16:07
Peter and I were down here last night. One falcon on top ledge of west face of College plaza. I t flew off and dove down behind Newton place.
then 2 falcons came flying in . too bad for us. the battery went on cam . They soared around top of college plaza and then one soared off south west. I was interrupted by someone watching so did not see everything I wanted to .

but this person has been visiting at Maz hospital and has been watching and has brought binoculars. she said lots of copulating on Maz , except for yesterday. Well they are replacing cams so I hope this does not hamper things too much. Hope it will be speedy .

 a few shots we have

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_009jpg-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_009jpg-1.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_001jpg-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_001jpg-1.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_002jpg-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_002jpg-1.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_003jpg-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_003jpg-1.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_UOFA_008jpg-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=UOFA_008jpg-1.jpg)


it was cold and windy

Becky tested us and said she saw 2 flying around at lunch hour and one on High level bridge. We hare hoping this one gets a mate this year.

Did I mention I have a new coffee shop here My favorite one.  can see area fromm window. We have a few of these spots. :egg9:  :egg9:
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 11, 2012, 16:15
now some photos form before

slideshow

(http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_edmontonapril2-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=0f3ff4d4.pbw)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 11, 2012, 16:38
Pictures courtesy of Jean

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_edmontonapril11-1-2012.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=edmontonapril11-1-2012.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/th_edmontonapril11-2-2012.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/bev/bev55/?action=view&current=edmontonapril11-2-2012.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF April 11, 2012, 17:46
The security company that had the camera on Weber has removed their equipment.

Does that mean there won't be a camera or are they installing new cameras?  ???
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 11, 2012, 18:43
2 new cameras have been installed. but so far we still have 3 views. One view I do not like but I think they can be zoomed in and out.

It is Bell installing them and they are up and running right now but I do not know who they will be eventually under. I sure hope Bell is not going to try and run all of the sites. It was a disaster last yer and Gord knows this but we will give them a chance.

I cannot complain as we almost lost them completely.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 13, 2012, 15:35
I have not seen any falcons at the nestbox since they installed the new cameras, and apparently they are not finished yet; Bev says she heard that they have further adjustment to do on one camera.  I do hope that our falcons have not been scared away by all the activity.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 14, 2012, 17:50
A falcon at the nestbox as I speak.  I am happy that he/she or they were not scared off by all the activity with the new cams.  Now, I hope we can identify who this is.  I  think it is our resident female, Raddison, but until we see leg bands, we don't know anything for sure.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 14, 2012, 18:04
Now we have two, bowing to each other:

(http://i1105.photobucket.com/albums/h343/Eli-oop/CSB.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick April 14, 2012, 19:55
Nice to hear of courtship going on. Have you been able to identify either of them yet? Sure do hope to hear that one is Radisson!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: carly April 15, 2012, 07:36
Nice to hear of courtship going on. Have you been able to identify either of them yet? Sure do hope to hear that one is Radisson!

Bev has a photo where you can clearly see the '7' so far on the band.  Just need to see the 'H' now  ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF April 15, 2012, 07:41
Bev has a photo where you can clearly see the '7' so far on the band.  Just need to see the 'H' now  ;)

I'm thinking the odds are pretty good that it is Radisson.   ;)

: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: photosbydennis April 15, 2012, 08:15
And just what are you doing in your spare time  ???...busy lady  ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: photosbydennis April 15, 2012, 08:18
I am sorry I have not reported. My slate is full right now , with planning daughters wedding for April28, baking, cleaning , trying to observe birds, going nuts ::) ::) ::)
but I wild do a bit now.

We think it is Radisson back and we have a banded male. Not sure if same from last year.

I am hoping to get bands and Jean is helping by trying and getting shots from window.

First off, cam update from Gord.they were supposed to be done last week but we had a blizzard.

U of A cameras 1 and 2 are being replaced by new units as we speak - hope to have them delivering a feed soon.


And just what are you doing in your spare time  ???  ...busy lady  ;)  
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF April 15, 2012, 08:25
Somebirdie at home this morning.  :)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/EDMON.jpg)
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/EDMON002.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 16, 2012, 20:53
Darn , I thought I had posted that photo here.

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/edmontonapril14-2-2012.jpg)

I will come back and do thumbnail. Sorry

Cams were adjusted today and RAdisson has been spending lots of time in box, but I hope today's fixing did not disturb her.

Gord thinks it is same Male as last year but I cannot get down there till maybe tomorrow , if not Wed. ( grandsons birthday tomorrow)

: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 16, 2012, 20:57
I was looking for an H  :-[ and it is R7. I went back and her band is R7, I was mixing it up with the H at Genesse.

but it is her ;D ;D

And Gord confirmed it today. ;D ;D ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick April 16, 2012, 22:16
Way to go Radisson!! 
Now we get to move this Board ... hang on ...  ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick April 17, 2012, 13:27
Hooray for Radisson! Great leg band shot, bev! :D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 17, 2012, 17:14
I have been watching off-and-on throughout the day, and have not seen Radisson or her mate return to the nestbox.   I hope the activity did not scare them off.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick April 17, 2012, 17:29
I have been watching off-and-on throughout the day, and have not seen Radisson or her mate return to the nestbox.   I hope the activity did not scare them off.

I wouldn't expect so since she's been here for a few years and nested successfully. Sometimes couple just like to get way from prying eyes to "canoodle"  ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 19, 2012, 22:22
I went down here tonight, and happened to meet up with Becky, who had been down here for an hour; later, Be arrived to check on the situation.  Becky says that the falcons have not been at the nestbox since Sunday.  The repair crew were still working on the nestbox on Tuesday, so that would have discouraged the falcons from coming around.  The whole time we were there tonight, there was no sign of them.  But Bev thought it was possible that they were still in the area and might possibly show up at the nestbox tonight, so she and Becky stayed after I left.  I sure hope they see them.  It would be nice to see one nest with eggs here in this city.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick April 19, 2012, 22:39
Considering that Radisson has been the resident female here for a few years and she has been successful, I suspect she won't give up this site this easily.  Courting pairs can take off on honeymoons for a couple days at a time - Jules and Beau in West Winnipeg generally do just that.  The weekend is coming up so campus should be quieter (yes?), I would think that would be a fine time for them to turn up again ... happens here at HSC and used to happen at the U of M campus in the old days.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird April 20, 2012, 16:25
Happy to hear it is confirmed that Radisson is our mama on site once again.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 21, 2012, 10:00
I am jsut sick, to not see our radisoon at box yet.

she was there till 9Am Monday , when crews came to finish cam .
A lot are blaming Gord, but he says , like Tracy, that this should not have deterred her from the site. she was experienced.

I do not know what to say. I am in tears as I write this.

We did see her Thursday night , come to the aerial on college plaza . she then turned in for the night and when peter and Becky and I went to check , the male was tucked in also. So as of Thursday they were still tucking in at their spot. I am puzzled.

Peter and I  did take some time to drive around campus yesterday eventing , but could not stay till tuck in time.

Unfortunately , I can only do a bit this next week as my daughter gets married next Sat. I wish I could do more. I will search when I can. Gord was supposed to go out there yesterday , but have not

heard.

I am jsut sick. these have been my love for so long.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick April 21, 2012, 16:42
Take heart from what TPC has posted a few posts back, bev, on Reply #36. :-*
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: carly April 22, 2012, 08:35
fALCON IN NESTBOX RIGHT NOW, THINK IT'S RADISSON! 

Edit to add:  sorry for the caps..lol.  She stayed a few minutes, semed a bit aprehensive but she did go inside the nestbox for a few and then took off.  So perhaps a reconnaissance mission to make sure the evil humans are gone for good  :P
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF April 22, 2012, 09:44
That's great news carly, glad you were watching!  ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 22, 2012, 23:18
Bev and Peter were down at the University tonight to check out the reports from this morning about the falcons, and she wrote on BCAW that Radisson and her mate (not yet identified with certainty) are indeed back at the nestbox.  Radisson was fussing around inside, and Bev thought she looked bottom-heavy and was getting close to laying an egg.  We are all relieved and happy to know that the falcons did not let the humans at the nestbox this week stop them from returning there, eventually.  I think we can expect an egg very soon.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF April 22, 2012, 23:24
Two birdies at the box this evening, I think he brought her a gift. :)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/emmo005.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 22, 2012, 23:55
Please bear with me. I am on old computer and am transferring things to new computer. have not transferred this forum yet , as i cannot remember my password ::) ::)

I am just going to give reports and try and give you some thumbnails and a slideshow


Clinical

falcon in box when we got there this evening. Female. We watched and took pictures. She went inside and was scraping. then out on box( my heart is just racing) . then she started chupping and in comes male with a present. He bowed on front wrung and then flew over to south east corner of Maz, in bow position. Female flew over to corner right beside him and proceeded to eat. ( she is in box as I type)
We decided to leave as we have 2 here. I should have waited till turn in but I thought. someone would have bands

her bottom looks egg heavy and she is in stance. Pretty sure this is Radisson.

Male is banded.

I will watch for a bit and finish this later with photos from cam and ground
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 23, 2012, 00:03
sh--. I think she may be ready to lay an egg. this is where I left her last Sunday.

these are picutres from cam after she finished chowing down. see her crop and egg heavy bottom.

She is now lying in nest box as I type. Dark but can still see her
I told Peter we had to hi tail it home as the gift was in preparation for her laying eggs.

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonapril21-5.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonapril21-5.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonapirl21-3.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonapirl21-3.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonapril21-4.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonapril21-4.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonapril21-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonapril21-1.jpg)
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonapril21-2.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonapril21-2.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 23, 2012, 00:05
Clinical Science

a slideshow form the ground tonight(9 pictures)

Click

(http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_UOFA_006-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=82536686.pbw)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 23, 2012, 00:08
So I am a happy camper tonight. ;D ;D ;D Jean  tested me and she saw 2 falcons flying around Maz this afternoon and Becky saw one on college Plaza so I think we are all happy now.

this was the same as the year the ravens overtook their box. they took off for awhile
Thank-you TPC, for reminding us this happens.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L April 23, 2012, 10:38
We have an egg, and Radisson is presently covering it.  Male still not identified, but expect this soon. 
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 23, 2012, 13:18
I know this egg was laid last nihgt and it was after 21:05pm and before 21:20pm

so excited.



I am going to give you the link to BCATW as I do not have time to post picutres

bottom of page 10 and page 11

http://www.peregrinefalcon-bcaw.net/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=1045&start=180
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 25, 2012, 13:57
we have another egg. sometime between 9 :10 pm april24 and 6am april25th. I thought she was in egg laying position jsut after 9 last night but had to go out and it was too dark to see . and when I woke up this morning she was laying down of course, and had to leave again but Anka caught them off after 7am and now 2 eggs.

Still trying to ID male
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: MayShowers April 25, 2012, 15:01
Great news, two eggs.  How egg-citing! :D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. April 27, 2012, 00:00
hoping for another egg tomorrow. After the weekend I will get this forum up on my new computer and then I can post more pciutres
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: SusanE April 30, 2012, 09:50
Looks like 4 eggs this morning.  Approx. lay dates:  4/22, 4/25, 4/27, 4/30

(http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk145/sme1247/April%202012/th_edmonton6.jpg) (http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk145/sme1247/April%202012/edmonton6.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick April 30, 2012, 13:45
4 eggs it is! That's great news! :D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 03, 2012, 10:00
Bev went down to the U of A last night after getting a report that two falcons were fighting, and one landed on the ground.  From what we can ascertain, the male from the High Level Bridge has come here to take over the territory, and had more than one aerial fight last night with, we assume, the resident male.  From what Bev reports on BCAW, neither male was injured.  Radisson did not seem exactly pleased with the new male entering the nestbox, but she did not kick him out, either.  We await developments, as we do not know if everything has been decided and we have a new male, or if the fight continues.  So much for an uneventful hatching here this year.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: MayShowers May 03, 2012, 12:36
4 eggs - fantastic news.  Another male - not so good!  This may have been previously posted, but did we find out who the resident male was, and whether it was the same one as last year?
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 03, 2012, 12:41
No, MayShowers, we did not find out if this male is the same as last year, not for certain.  Bev says she is going to find out as soon as she can get away from home.  In our latest reports this morning at BCAW, Bev says that she thinks the old male is back, and I said that I think it is the new male that is hanging out on top of the nestbox.  Once Bev checks through her photos, she should be able to identify who's who.  Everything here is so confusing right now.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: MayShowers May 03, 2012, 12:50
Oh, thanks Elaine L.   No kidding this is confusing.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick May 03, 2012, 13:11
No, MayShowers, we did not find out if this male is the same as last year, not for certain.  Bev says she is going to find out as soon as she can get away from home.  In our latest reports this morning at BCAW, Bev says that she thinks the old male is back, and I said that I think it is the new male that is hanging out on top of the nestbox.  Once Bev checks through her photos, she should be able to identify who's who.  Everything here is so confusing right now.

Take heart you two, this is what spring returns are like in most places ... we've been through 9 IDs so far this year, two more to go, one we missed and would have loved to have, and four more migrating through we never had a chance at!  You'll get them or you won't.  Sometimes you'll get a second chance at it.  In the end, you'll have peregrines nesting and you'll eventually be able to confirm who they are. Nerve-wracking and frustrating as it can be, try to enjoy yourselves, you've got mysteries to solve!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 03, 2012, 21:55
Bev and Peter and Becky and I all happened to arrive down here tonight to check out the situation, and the situation is this:  There are two males here, alright, but tonight, as the intruder male arrived at the nestbox, both Radisson and original male (we think) chased him off, with Radisson giving him a couple of hits, but he was o.k.  She and the original male then returned to their positions, Radisson in the nestbox and the male on a corner of College Plaza.  Shortly after, he and Radisson did a bit of bonding by flying around together and having a pleasant conversation.  It seemed obvious that he is the preferred male.  Then the male settled on the corner of the Clinical Sciences Building while Radisson returned to the nestbox.  Bev and Peter hoped to witness a food exchange, as this would reassure us all that Radisson and this male have a good bond, but they had to leave, they were so exhausted.  While I was there, no food exchange, but Becky hoped to see this before she departed later.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF May 03, 2012, 21:59
Hopefully things will get back to normal.  :)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick May 03, 2012, 22:28
Thanks for the update, Elaine. Sounds like lots of drama, right now. Hopefully, it won't last too long. ::)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 08, 2012, 13:05
sorry , i have not been here. With the wedding on april28 and the drama here, I have been so busy. We are monitoring daily right now.

And i will post picutres by tomorrow.
What  I can tel you right now is we have a young unbanded male. He appears young as it looks like R is showing him the ropes. We were worried as it appeared on e day she  was feeding herself, with all the turmoil. He seems to be providing food right now. We have not seen bonding (copulation) but they have flown together. he does go to box and sniff eggs and sometimes will sit on perch while she is gone.

last night he called ad she went on top of Maz and she assumed position but when he came in he landed beside her. he either does not know what to do or is not ready hormonally yet. now  this could be happening when we are not there also.
so far R is incubating and only leaving for about 20 minutes at longest.

the fighting was not as brutal as I have seen so I do not believe anyone seriously hurt.

Sunday night at about 9pm a female came in . and R and the male wre on the chase. r gave her a few good hits and ushered far SW and then came back. Maybe a young female.

Gord is going to check around also. It has been a trying time but I think we are O.K. It appears to be same as San Jose and things have worked out there. I monitored San Josa during their drama.

More later  and a few picutres
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: MayShowers May 08, 2012, 14:30
Thanks for the update bev.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird May 08, 2012, 15:13
Thank you, Bev.  You have such great reporting of this site!

Radisson is a favourite with many of us, and the close watch you keep on her nestbox is much appreciated. v
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF May 09, 2012, 20:43
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/em.jpg)
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/em002.jpg)
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/em004.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 11, 2012, 11:35
that was our new male on top of box.

things appear  to be going O.K. We checked again last night adn I have cam up when I am home.

He seems to be doing more and more. He stays close to nestbox(either on netting or clinical science roof. We believe he sashes food there. He has not incubated yet but he is staying with eggs , when R is not there. We believe he is feeding her.

Because I cannot be there or at cam all day, I am taking my cues from R. she does not appear to be stressed and seems to be fed well.
It is cold here so she has to stay with eggs until male assumes some incubating. Hopefully that will come

I will do what I can but I now have a grandbaby knocking at natures door. It will be here early, It is jsut wait and see now so I am needed to help my daughter.


My life is never dull ;) ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 11, 2012, 16:31
Male on top of nestbox again.  He sure likes that spot.  Now that he feels comfortable here, let's hope he takes on some incubating duties.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: carly May 13, 2012, 15:36
Bev had a report of 3 falcons on site and she's gone down to see what's going on.  

Radisson has not been seen for awhile but the male has so the intruder may be female and a strange falcon was seen on cam awhile ago that didn't like either Radisson or the male.

Edit: 5:06 pm and Radisson has returned...all is well ..phew.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird May 13, 2012, 16:24
Thanks for  the report Carly.  So glad that Radisson rules the air at her nestbox site!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird May 17, 2012, 12:47
Looks like a calm day at the nestbox.  Parent, assume Radisson, on the eggs.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 23, 2012, 16:10
Looks like there was a third falcon here last week, a female, but she seems to be gone now.  It is likely that she is the female from down at the High Level Bridge, which is quite close to this site; she was perhaps just checking out the competition.  Anyway, the new male here is apparently very young, from what Bev reports on BCAW, and Radisson has been showing him the ropes.  Which means that she had to show him what copulation was all about because when she was ready, he didn't know what to do and would just come over and stand beside her, and she had to clue him in.  Also, she has been trying to get him to incubate, and he seems to be getting the idea as of today; also, she has been explaining to him very clearly that he must put food in places that are easily accessible to her, not just places that he likes.   Radisson often corners him in the nestbox and lectures him on the ins and outs of being a father, and it finally seems to be paying off; he now seems to realize that he must not just look at the eggs, he must sit on them.  We await further developments.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick May 23, 2012, 16:15
Which means that she had to show him what copulation was all about because when she was ready, he didn't know what to do and would just come over and stand beside her, and she had to clue him in. 

The rest I can very easily visualize, but this one I would have paid the airfare to come by and watch!!  :o ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: dupre501 May 23, 2012, 16:53
Just read Elaine L and TPC's postings.

Note to self.... don't start reading new postings on a thread just after you take a drink.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird May 23, 2012, 17:38
Thank you for the very interesting report, Elaine!

Radisson often corners him in the nestbox and lectures him on the ins and outs of being a father, and it finally seems to be paying off...

Radisson, as Princess' daughter, has likely impressed the new guy with her inherited dulceticity.

From the Phanatics Dictionary:
DULCETICITY (revised)
Pronunciation:  dull set ih city
Definition:  The characteristic and endearing tonal quality of Princess' calls.
Usage:  Listening to Princess as she gives directions to Ivy, one can easily be overwhelmed by the dulceticity of her vocalization.  By ensuring the volume is set to low while watching the webcam, one can fully appreciate the dulceticity.     
Originator:  Des
Revision:  TPC
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 24, 2012, 11:05
To continue on with our story about the boy here, on the positive side, he may very well be a worthy mate to Radisson; he is a very good provider, and Radisson is certainly happy about this, but again, he just has to learn that not everything he hauls in for the larder can be deposited in the nestbox.  I guess he brought in a huge prey to the nestbox the other day, and Radisson had to let him know that there was not enough room for it there, and that he should put it somewhere else.  And because he is so young he has a short attention span, so although he is very attentive to Radisson for the most part, he forgets his responsibilities and likes to chase birds around just for the fun of it, and Bev says that the biologist is somewhat concerned that he could lose interest in the nest.  Anyway, he reminds me a bit of Jethro (and if anyone here at this Forum remembers the Beverly Hillbillies, they will know who I am talking about):  young, strong, nice-looking, a cheerful disposition and a willingness to please, but perhaps not the brightest candle on the cake.   
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick May 24, 2012, 13:24
... Anyway, he reminds me a bit of Jethro (and if anyone here at this Forum remembers the Beverly Hillbillies, they will know who I am talking about):  young, strong, nice-looking, a cheerful disposition and a willingness to please, but perhaps not the brightest candle on the cake. 
LOL! Yup, I get the analogy, Elaine! ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF May 26, 2012, 19:40
Here's a link to the live streaming cam for the nest box.
http://www.ab-conservation.com/go/default/index.cfm/media/peregrine-cam/cam-2-u-of-a/

7:15pm
The unbanded male was in the box and does a little scraping, rolled the eggs but didn't incubate the eggs. Radisson came back about a minute after he left.

Video
- http://youtu.be/vg04mr7O3Lk

Male
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Cdn%20Falcons/UA.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick May 27, 2012, 11:01
Anyway, he reminds me a bit of Jethro (and if anyone here at this Forum remembers the Beverly Hillbillies, they will know who I am talking about):  young, strong, nice-looking, a cheerful disposition and a willingness to please, but perhaps not the brightest candle on the cake.   

He's sounds a bit like Ivy his first year with Princess too ... he wasn't able to do much with the eggs/chicks until much later (much later in incubation and quite awhile after the chicks hatched).  Interesting considering he'd had two mates and three failed nesting attempts before so he wasn't unfamiliar with the funny oblong things that this lady companions were so enamoured of.  After the first year, he got on the eggs earlier and this year he got on the chicks much much earlier, so given that Radisson isn't unlike her mother, she may just want things a certain way and the boys have got to learn and prove it before it gets easier.  Please correct me if I'm wrong, but Radisson has tended to be the parent who spends the most time in the box in past years - yes?
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 28, 2012, 10:25
Yes, she has, Tracy.  And if I remember correctly, she likes to spend most of the time on the eggs and feeding the chicks, so I think that as long as our young fellow brings her food, she will be o.k.  Bev recently commented on BCAW that she thinks Radisson is getting irritated with him.  I think this is because he keeps following her around wherever she goes, when she would prefer that he spend some time incubating.  I am hoping that everything will fall into place for him when the chicks arrive.  This will be a big moment for him!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick May 28, 2012, 12:51
Yes, she has, Tracy.  And if I remember correctly, she likes to spend most of the time on the eggs and feeding the chicks, so I think that as long as our young fellow brings her food, she will be o.k.  Bev recently commented on BCAW that she thinks Radisson is getting irritated with him.  I think this is because he keeps following her around wherever she goes, when she would prefer that he spend some time incubating.  I am hoping that everything will fall into place for him when the chicks arrive.  This will be a big moment for him!

Following her may irritate her, but he'll learn quicker.  Ivy did exactly the same thing with Princess the first year and she was tough on him but it worked, well, except for his "eye" for interloping females that come a-calling ...
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick May 28, 2012, 20:19
...well, except for his "eye" for interloping females that come a-calling ...
Haaaaaa!!! Now that made me really laugh, TPC! ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 29, 2012, 13:37
Hi all. Thanks to Elaine for reporting here.

I will start copying my posts from BCATW to here. As this site is home to me also. Been so busy though.

well here is the scoop. RAdisson has indeed been showing the boy the ropes. And TPC, your airfare would have been well worth what we have been seeing.

He finally has the mating down. 'We would just howl , when R assumed the position and he landed beside her. Like now what.
At one  point she went to an antennae , as if to say , you have no where else to land here but in the right place ;) ;). then there was the time he attempted to land on her and slipped off. that was a leg slapper  :)but we felt sorry for him also.

He is slowly learning. The other night when he came over to where R was, she chased him back to box. He mostly roosts on lip of box and he does scrape and he does sniff eggs and the other day, he did lie down by eggs. We have not seen him incubate yet, but i am not always at cam .

He has been bringing in food and as Elaine said, he was bringing it into box and R would go out with out and I am sure show him where she wanted it. Gord, said he did not care where he put it, as long as he kept bringing it.

He came in later than the male in San Jose so he is getting there. We will have to watch clsoely to make sure that when eggs hatch , the chicks are fed well. No worries abut R but we need the food.

Just one thing, as I was reading the posts, when Damon was here , he did equal incubating and feeding. He taught R the ropes . when she first laid eggs it took her awhile to get the incubating down and he did it. He was a great male.  We all called him super male. We were in awe of him.
the one we had for 1.5 years was great also. the first year he was here he did not do as much as they were not his eggs, but the next year he incubated as much as R and was a great provider and caregiver of the young ones.

so we wait and see, and we have been monitoring a lot from ground. We do get a female that comes in but not too much trouble, so far. she i s ushered out. I think she is from the HIgh Level.
there were some times when R was off eggs for a longer time than we would have liked but we will see. It was considered pulling the eggs at one point and putting in dummies and incubate these elsewhere, but I said , wait and see, as she has done a great job.

I am going to see what [picutresI have posted and then post a few. Be right back


TPC
I am one who does know my password and need it to put your forum on new computer.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick May 29, 2012, 13:48
Hey Bev,

I agree with Gord (so I should, he's the peregrine whisperer after all  ;)) don't worry about where the male brings food to, so long as food keeps coming.  Some put in a specific location for the female, some bring to the box, some cache a ton, some do not.  Every bird is different and every pair functions differently.  Trey and Princess were very different from Ivy and Princess.

Princess prefers to see the food before she takes it - Ivy brought food tp her when she was incubating.  If he flew by, he'd leave it for her to retrieve and eat and then he would get some quality time with the eggs.  If he arrived at the box with it, she'd take it with her on her way out.  When she wanted food, she'd get up and yell at him before returning to the eggs to await her delivery.  With the kids, he has to bring it all the way to the box, even if it's just for Princess.  Trey never did that, it was food for the kids in the box, food for Princess away from the box.  Ivy almost never eats at the box, even when its extra food the kids don't want and even though of all our peregrines, he likes the box the most - inside and out - he spends more time in the box than any of our other peregrines - male or female.  Madame our previous female never had food in the nestbox or remains in the nestbox - she's who Trey learned his housekeeping behaviour from.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 29, 2012, 13:50
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonmay20-6-2012.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonmay20-6-2012.jpg)

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(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonmay19-5-2012.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonmay19-5-2012.jpg)

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most are new male
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 29, 2012, 13:57
Thanks Tracy.


We have been so spoiled here with good males and females. and this little guy, will work out I am sure.
Gord adn I have kept in close contact here. I know he is disappointed that the other male is not here. We are hoping he turns up at another site. they are his eggs. Gord rehabbed him at his home for over 2 months last summer.

I have learned a lot this season, and am humbled . but I have grown as a watcher also and I have come to realize that we have our favorites, because we watch and love them, but the most important thing to each site , is we have a good male and female.

We do not forget our dear ones but we move on and make room for another, becasue that is how nature and life is. WoW!!!Is this me speaking :)

I will post more pictures later but msut help with new grandbaby. Weddings and babies.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 29, 2012, 14:01
a few more from May26, when i am shouting sit on the eggs

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: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 29, 2012, 14:06
a few more . male brings in food, R not home so he leaves with it

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(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonmay16-3-2012.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=edmontonmay16-3-2012.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird May 29, 2012, 19:37
Great to see so many pictures!
Thanks for the updates, and philosophy too, Bev.

Congratulations, also,  on the grandchild and wedding.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick May 29, 2012, 19:49
...I have learned a lot this season, and am humbled . but I have grown as a watcher also and I have come to realize that we have our favorites, because we watch and love them, but the most important thing to each site , is we have a good male and female.

We do not forget our dear ones but we move on and make room for another, becasue that is how nature and life is...
Very beautifully put, bev. Thanks for reminding us of these facts of life. :-*
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. May 30, 2012, 14:01
thanks kinderchick. It has taken me a long time to get to this point and  I still shed lots of tears but i am human

report from  form last night


Becky and Jean were with us tonight. We saw nice flying by our male tonight and he was stooping pigeons over by suite hotel and then Radisson came out to help. They both came back empty taloned.

when Peter and i got there, Radisson was on left lip of box and male was on north west corner of Windsor apartments.

It is nice to see him moving to other places now. That means he is feeling more comfortable here. he leoves to soar around.

We know that all will be different this year and will just have to be more watchful.

We all went to second cup for coffee, from where we can see nest box ledge. good place to view from but we decided they need to remove a few trees :egg11:  :egg11:

When we left the male was on right corner of ledge below nest box. We thought he flew over there with a bit of food in talons.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L May 31, 2012, 11:09
Radisson is very restless this morning.  No sign of the boy, but I expect he is just out of camera range, as he never seems to be far from where he can see her.  Perhaps a hatching is coming up?
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L June 01, 2012, 09:58
Reports on BCAW that we have a hatch.  Don't know what time.  Bev hopes to get more details soon.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick June 01, 2012, 14:17
Reports on BCAW that we have a hatch.  Don't know what time.  Bev hopes to get more details soon.
Hip hip hooray! ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 01, 2012, 20:09
Yes, we have a hatch.

I went out to workout and there were still 4 eggs.  came home at 8:15 and I saw a shell but Becky e-mailed me and she saw R push out shell at 8:05am

I do not know if there was a feed. R has been out and M in. He lay beside chick but jsut about an hour ago he came in and covered chick. I am so happy that he finally clicked.
He left suddenly and in came R , with a huge honking bird. She flapped it around a  bit. To see it on live streaming was a hoot. I was afraid she would get chick.
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She flew out with it and came right back in and is brooding chick. I am assuming male is feathering it  and will bring some, or she will get some
I am going to do a slide show of today and then post last nights post
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 01, 2012, 21:11
I forgot to put number of photos but a lot. Hi lights for today , but the turniong point is the male covered the chick. I put start and End on show

(http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonjune1-2.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=7982c0ed.pbw)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird June 02, 2012, 16:38
What a lot of story in that slide show, Bev.  Great!
So nice to see the male learning.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L June 02, 2012, 18:39
A second chick hatched about 9:00 this morning.  Our young male was really interested in this, and did not even want to leave the nestbox when Radisson returned.  So, it looks like he realizes he is daddy, and is prepared to help Radisson with incubation.  So far, so good!  (More details on BCAW).
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: susha June 02, 2012, 19:24
I love how involved the dads are with these birds!  This young dad is so sweet with his attentions!  Thanks for the slide show Bev :)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF June 02, 2012, 21:30
Radisson feeding her chicks tonight at 9pm  :-*

http://youtu.be/Z-rpNZKFar0
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 04, 2012, 22:18
so far so good with our young male.
We had a third hatch JUne3, around 6pm

This young male is bringing in food and today he finally got all kids covered. I wish I could video becasue it was funny. Good thing the chicks are a bit flexible.  ;D ;D

I watched 3 feeds and I believe all wre fed. the way our cam is positioned , is not the greatest. they should have left well enough alone.

But we have a cam. Could be worse, not one.
will continue to monitor.

Jean and Becky ere down there with us last night.  Jeana says she sees the male bringing in food. He is learning from a pro, who learned from a pro.

I would like to name him chase, as R had to chase him into nest box so many times :-* :-*

here is link to one of my slideshows

here is link
http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=b70f6f3e.pbw
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird June 05, 2012, 00:11
so far so good with our young male.

He is learning from a pro, who learned from a pro.

I would like to name him chase, as R had to chase him into nest box so many times :-* :-*
Chase works.  Great story behind that name!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF June 11, 2012, 21:19
The chicks are getting much bigger and they just had a good big feed.  ;D

http://youtu.be/VPuBn12qgOo
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 14, 2012, 10:28
Things are going well here. We are still monitoring from ground but the male has fed the little ones

They are both hunting and bringing in food. Chase follows R around like a puppy dog. so cute to see. He is learning from a great gal.

Gord went up with technician to try and fix cam.  R was very upset but Gord said chicks are well fed ad they are eating duck(grebe) and pigeon. We see duck going in. the young guy likes to hunt later in day and so he probably gets them in their night flights.

But even though we get clearer picture, all the wind and rain of last few days has knocked it a bit too high. live stream always goes down. do not know what answer is but I am thankful for refresh , even though peole hate it. It is better than nothing
I am so glad others are posting here .

I am more impressed every day with this young male and hopefully he will be good at fledge.

this is from this morning

slideshow trying new format. click on link I always put start and end on shows

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=ab984865.pbw
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L June 27, 2012, 10:36
We had our fledge watch meeting last night, right in the midst of a thunder and lightning storm.  We are few in number, but we will do what we can for these three chicks.  Fledge watch will start on Monday, July 9, with Peter and Bev, with Bev planning to be there at 5:00 in the morning, dedicated as she is.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: lilamy1979 June 27, 2012, 11:07
We had our fledge watch meeting last night, right in the midst of a thunder and lightning storm.  We are few in number, but we will do what we can for these three chicks.  Fledge watch will start on Monday, July 9, with Peter and Bev, with Bev planning to be there at 5:00 in the morning, dedicated as she is.
I am surprised that the chicks back home haven't fledged yet. I am happy to read that they are doing well though.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 29, 2012, 08:20
I have remembered my password so should be able to post more now.

Our 3 chicks are doing fine and we are banding today. I believe 2 males and a female.

We have had our share of worries but our new male is doing great. he is feeding and supplying tons of food. these young ones are stuffed.

will post pictures later as I have to do them in format for this forum.

will try an do slideshow of best ones

not too many check here so I will do what I can
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 29, 2012, 08:48
here is a link to a medley of shots (33 shots)

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=df986ca3.pbw
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L June 29, 2012, 14:15
Bev, Jean and I met Gordon Court and a flock of other people on the roof of the Clinical Sciences Building at 12 noon today for the banding of the chicks. I had never been to a banding before, so I was looking forward to it. I cannot tell you what a shock it was to find that two of the chicks were so sickly they would have been dead in a week, and the third, although in somewhat better condition, was still not healthy, Gordon said. Two of them were very malnourished, undersized, and completely infested with bugs. When Gordon lifted their wings, you could see the bugs crawling all over them. They were being eaten alive, and it was awful to see these poor chicks suffering so much. Also, Gordon felt that there were other problems, possibly Trichimonas, as their chests did not look right. The third, healthier chick, did not have mites, but he still was not in really good shape. He was pretty feisty, though, which is a good sign, while the two smaller ones barely registered our presence, and one of them had trouble standing.

The parents showed their displeasure with our presence by kaaking and flying around, but they did not attack. Eventually, Radisson moved to the roof of the heart institute, where she watched us, kaaking the whole time, while Chase flew up and down and around, I don't think he knew what to do, or what to think of all these people on the roof.

Gordon took the smaller two away to start them on antibiotics and bug dusting for what we hope will be a full recovery, but he said that he felt they were in such bad shape he did not know if they will make it. If they do, it is unlikely he will return them to the nestbox. He returned the third chick to the nest, and has asked all who are watching this site over the next week to keep track of this chick's condition. If it seems to be fading, he will come in and get it. I wish I had better news to report. At least on the positive side, we got to them in time.

The chicks are all male. The band number of the chick that was returned to the nestbox is D/08.

Bev went off to the banding at the Weber, and I expect she will report on this later.


: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: dupre501 June 29, 2012, 16:02
So sorry to hear such news :-[

I hope that all goes well and Gordon is able to help the two sicker ones. My heartfelt wishes go out that this will end well for all.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF June 29, 2012, 16:19
I thought that at least one of them looked a little strange on the cam and the size difference was dramatic.  I hope they pull through the poor little things.  :(
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick June 29, 2012, 17:14
This is interesting, Radisson has had good success in the past, so it's interesting that her chicks are in such trouble this year.  Not that she can really do anything about the flies/mites.  It's also interesting that Gord had to retrieve another pair of chicks recently with the same kinds of difficulties - was last winter warmer/wetter than usual that the nestsites wouldn't have gotten a good cold freeze?  Not sure if that's what helps out our nests or not but we don't/haven't have these problems here (and knock on wood we don't start).
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L June 29, 2012, 17:22
Hi, Tracy, I  just heard from Bev.  The chicks have frounce/Trichimonas.  Gordon is treating them, and there is a good chance of recovery.  And I think you are right about winter here:  we used to get really cold winters, -30 below for days at a time, but with climate change we no longer get the really cold weather.  Also, as an aside, this is why we now have a problem here in Alberta with the mountain pine beetle.  So, the upshot of all this is that as we no longer get really cold winters, and we have not dealt with this before, we don't know where this will lead us.  Of course, the weather may not be the problem, or the only problem, but I think you are right, considering that we have had dirty nest boxes in the past, without problems.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L June 29, 2012, 17:25
I forgot to mention that Gordon is taking out this nestbox sometime in the next two weeks, and will be replacing it.  If the chick that is presently there does well, he likely will no longer be using the nestbox in two weeks, as he will be out and about, preparing to fledge.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: MayShowers June 29, 2012, 17:31
So glad to hear that Gord thinks there is a good chance of recovery and they were retrieved in time.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 29, 2012, 20:10

WEll I am back and Peter will download the few pictures i got shortly. I was so upset to see them that I forgot to take a lot of pictures

I must tell you that I am still in shock. I should have stayed with my instinct and had them pulled last weekend.

I did not  like the way their fluff look. It was not fluffy.   Gord said this is because , they usually poop out of the box but if their energy is low they poop inside and thus on each other. this was evident. I have tears as I write this. But we thought that since one chick was so much bigger it was female. But it was the size the other 2 should have been . the other 2 were half the weight , they should be.  the food coming in was great but they were pooping it out.

We could see all their stashes from the roof. Chase di dnot know quite what to do. he went over to College Plaza and stayed there but then came back cacking at us. Radisson does not trust us and sat at Maz. She was still cacking long after we left  :egg11:  :egg11: .

  So this is the scoop. I talked to Gord on the phone a bit ago. The 2 chicks removed were emaciated and covered with blood sucking mites and flat flies. Both had Frounce, Trichomonas gallinae. It grows as a canker in the throat and eventually kills the birds. in the past this was almost fatal but with the newer antiflalgelllate  drugs , it can be cured. Our wonderful falcon breeder , is treating the birds now. Gord checked the healthy chick and he did not have any throat cankers but we will have to watch him.

Now , although Gord starts a week of holidays today, he is going up to the box tomorrow and cleaning it out and dusting it and putting in new gravel . He will also give the chick a dose of the medicine, in case, and dust him . so RAdissson will be upset again but it will be for the good of the chick
so needless to say , I will stay with my gut from now on.

Weber

the chick there is as healthy as these were sick. The both sites will be fledging at the same time so I will be busy.

I am going to try and get some donations  to help Phil with feeding these chicks of ours as Gord has now put 4 with him. Phil will have a few of the female peregrines feed them. thank God for Phil.

Peter will download the few pictures I got of Clinical and I will post in a bit
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 29, 2012, 20:12
We have not had this problem in a long while. Gord said, all it takes is one bird with this . Not Radissons , or Chases fault. Lots of food and you will see the stashes on ledges.But it was not being retained

here is link to slideshow.

am posting a slideshow. have a few more of chick, but I want to get permission to post Jeans picture with it

here is link

when I get permission i will post Jean with our fairly good chick, I hope

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=f39fed04.pbw
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF June 29, 2012, 20:35
 Thanks bev
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird June 29, 2012, 23:12
Thank you, Bev, for the pictures.  The ones of the chicks are hard to look at.  I'm sorry.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: birdcamfan June 30, 2012, 06:13
Yikes, sorry to hear this. Hoping for these little ones as they struggle to heal.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. June 30, 2012, 09:17
I keep going back and looking at all our screen shots and every time the chicks had full crops. They did not look as bad in shots as they did when removed. this is why it was such a shock. I knew something was not quite right but all feedings were so good. The parents are great providers.

Of course if we had known that bigger one was male , but we figured , it was so much bigger and feet were so much bigger , that it was female.

can't keep beating myself up about this.  Just happy that they are where they should be right now.

will have to keep clsoe watch on this young one
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick June 30, 2012, 19:10
So sorry to hear of all of the health issues of your chicks, Elaine & bev. :( Hopefully, with removing them from the nestbox, medical intervention and feeding them, they will slowly begin to heal.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: lilamy1979 July 01, 2012, 10:51
We have not had this problem in a long while. Gord said, all it takes is one bird with this . Not Radissons , or Chases fault. Lots of food and you will see the stashes on ledges.But it was not being retained

here is link to slideshow.

am posting a slideshow. have a few more of chick, but I want to get permission to post Jeans picture with it

here is link

when I get permission i will post Jean with our fairly good chick, I hope

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=f39fed04.pbw
Thank you for posting pics of what is going on with the chicks. Those pics with them were sad to look at that I have to skip through most of them. I am glad that they are being taken care of and I hope that they can heal quickly. So sad to hear about the one that had the growth in his throat. I hope that the meds were giving to him in time.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 02, 2012, 11:44
Gordon, the biologist, has been having the two sick chicks treated at a facility near Edmonton, and right now, it looks like they caught the Frounce in time, and the chicks are improving.  Now, we are worried about the remaining chick in the nestbox, as he has been treated twice this weekend for mites/bugs, and the nestbox has being cleaned out and the gravel replaced.  The parents are now very wary of coming into the nestbox with food.  We have not seen a feeding since yesterday, but we realize we could have missed it.  Still, we have had many people keeping an eye on this site, and it it worrisome that no one has seen a feeding.   If anyone on the Manitoba Forum sees a feeding, could they please report.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick July 02, 2012, 12:33
I would be very surprised if your chick wasn't being fed - you have an experienced mother who has had disturbances before and even the number of visits this year and cleaning out the nestbox shouldn't be enough to make her abandon her chick.  Before cameras, we used to visit the nestboxes alot more over the nesting season (only way to see what was happening) and I've never had a bird even come close to abandonning their eggs or chicks.

Your chicks are banded so they won't get fed as often as they used to and with fewer mouths to feed, there won't be need for as many visits (some parents catch on to fewer mouths faster than others) and at this stage the adults feed the chicks less and the chicks feed themselves more, so whole bunch of changes in eating behaviours now which means viewers may need to change their viewing behaviours as well.

My suggestion would be that anyone up and willing to watch should keep an eye on the box between 0300h and 0600h - that is when meals started arriving at our nestboxs and there were usually a couple between these times.  Even when the chicks were younger, room service would be often early morning and almost nil through the day and a couple between 1600h and sunset.  Ivy right up until all the chicks had left the box used to turn up with food between 0300h and 0400h with food.  Even if you can only see outlines, you should be able to see food in the feet as the birds come in.

Just my two cents in case it helps ...
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 02, 2012, 13:15
Thanks for the heartening response, Tracy.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 02, 2012, 13:48

Gord is on holidays but another specialist will be doing his last dose on our chick today.

And any sign of problems. I have his cell number and it will be dealt with. But i will not jump the gun either.
 
They have been giving daily doses of medicine for Trich. and checking progress

Yes, TRacy, I was going to come  in and post on other forum that the feedings would be less. So thank you for making people aware

R is  a great parent  and so I know she would not desert her. Adn they have been on Maz and above the nest box on CS

Jean has sent me a picture of R on wrung of nest box late last night.  I will post it when I have time

Peter and i have installed a recording program on our computer today and are testing it today, If it works well we should see when feedings are.

WE are also gong down today to observe, when we have time.

I am jsut glad thy are treating our chicks. some other places would have let them die.

So we will be vigilant. and when R is sure there are no more visits , she will make more. One thing I have learned about R is that she is wary of the 2 legged creatures. and Chase is learning from her. Chase will follow her lead. there is lots of ducks on ledges around , so no food shortage.  :)
Here is small slide show and Jean has sent me picutres of Sat. when they were cleaning nest box . I will fix up and post later



http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=c91283e8.pbw

: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 06, 2012, 10:12
Bev
How are the 2 doing that where getting help?
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 06, 2012, 21:22
I had word this week that they are eating better They are small but getting better, so far. 

Gord is on holidays till Tuesday, but I know the biologists that have them at their place and she e-mailed me this week.

Our guy here is looking so good.

the watch starts on Monday.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 09, 2012, 10:06
I finally made it down to the nest site. The chick was just sitting looking around at the world..But, did not find the R or Chase anywhere, but I was not sure where they perch...But, sure loved looking at the chick....


Did the chick fledge after lunch today?
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 09, 2012, 15:47
Bev is down at the Clinical Sciences Building, keeping an eye on the chick until 4:30 p.m., when she will be replaced.  Peter, her husband, reports on BCAW that the chick is on the netting (below and to the right of the nestbox). 

He will be safe there; if he decides to go over the ledge, then that is a different story, but we will be there over the next two weeks, so we should be able to help him if he comes to ground.  The worst fear is if he hits a window on one of the near-by buildings, and there are lots of windows and buildings around this area.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird July 09, 2012, 18:00
Thank you for news, transplanted maple, and Elaine. 
Hoping for good news as time goes by for this one little one.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF July 09, 2012, 21:18
Looks like he got a snack delivered.  ;D

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder010.jpg)
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder012.jpg)
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: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 10, 2012, 09:25
 ;D I don`t know how you get the pictures up....but I love it...I went down to the U of A and watched for about a hour...This time got to see R and C...I could not believe how many people stopped by to asked  ???... from the volunteers that had things setup to watch.  :D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF July 10, 2012, 11:14
He's trying to stay cool in the shade.  :)

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder022.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 10, 2012, 12:12
The heat here today, reminds me of frying eggs on the road while walking to the Selkirk`s Pool to cool off.
thanks for the picture, sure is hot for him. :(
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: burdi July 10, 2012, 14:46
;D I don`t know how you get the pictures up....but I love it...I went down to the U of A and watched for about a hour...This time got to see R and C...I could not believe how many people stopped by to asked  ???... from the volunteers that had things setup to watch.  :D

Hi Transplanted Maple, you are so lucky to be able to watch these birds, perhaps you may also get to see this boy fledge!  :)

He must be lonely by himself. :(   Sure hope all goes well for him!

If you manage to get down there again please let us know.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 10, 2012, 17:53
Can`t find him on camera is he in the netting again?
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF July 10, 2012, 19:47
Radisson brought him a snack but took it with her when she left.

(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder043.jpg)(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder044.jpg)
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(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder049.jpg)(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder050.jpg)                                                              
(http://i803.photobucket.com/albums/yy320/Blondechik_2010/Canadian%20Falcons/Ladder051.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: susha July 10, 2012, 20:21
Great captures RCF!  Another great story!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: burdi July 10, 2012, 21:16
Thank you for these latest pics RCF!

I really adore those beautiful feathers at the top of their legs!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: susha July 10, 2012, 21:28
And his little mohawk hairdo! :-*
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: burdi July 10, 2012, 21:36
Hey Susha - Yes I've noticed the little mohawk hairdo around this age!

Just never thought of calling it that. How Cute!  ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Leana July 10, 2012, 22:34
And his little mohawk hairdo! :-*

OMG!  He has a mohawk!!! TOOO CUTE!!!  I don't remember our Radisson chicks having mohawks!  Those photos are priceless.  ;D  Thanks RCF.  :-*

: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird July 10, 2012, 23:24
And his little mohawk hairdo! :-*

OMG!  He has a mohawk!!! TOOO CUTE!!!  I don't remember our Radisson chicks having mohawks!  Those photos are priceless.  ;D  Thanks RCF.  :-*



This is very good.

Thanks, RCF for catching the mohawk.

I was hoping to notice that phase on our Radisson bunch, but didn't this year.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick July 10, 2012, 23:43
Holy cats, he does have a real mohawk, unlike the tufts we usually get here.
Trust Radisson's kid to be a rebel!!  (hey, nice name  ;))
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 11, 2012, 09:47
RCF
great picture and love the hairdo :)..Not, everybird could pull that one off LOL. Still, can only get still pictures, so thanks again RCF for posting them...I hope to get down there tonight and watch, and take a few photos of C an R..
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: lilamy1979 July 11, 2012, 10:34
And his little mohawk hairdo! :-*
I love his mohawk as well. They should call him that because of his mohawk lol.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: burdi July 11, 2012, 12:36
This is a quote from Peter on BCAW this morning:

"The evening last night was relatively quiet. The chick made a lot of noise as it wanted to be fed. Chase has a habit of stealing his food. However, he landed on the wrung of the nest box looking inside. Radison did not look to happy and landed on the netting and crouched menacingly looking at chase. He didn't budge, so Radison flew off, diving down and then looping up over the CS and came down and knocked him off his perch. I think he got the message. She however did not bring in any food till approx. 9:30 when she brought some prey on to the netting and beak fed the youngster. He had a good feed and seemed quite content, perching on the wrung of the nest box where he stayed until I left at 10:00 PM. Chase was on the lower roof of Maz and Radison was on CS.

The youngster did a lot of flapping on the netting during the evening and looks strong and ready to fly. I don't believe it will be long.

Bev just called and advised that the watchers this morning saw that the youngster was fed just after 6. Bev said that Radison also brought food in at 9:30 and has managed to keep Chase at bay so the youngster can eat. He seems to be well fed anyway."

: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 11, 2012, 13:30
thanks Burdi
for the update, still trying to get down there for tonight.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird July 11, 2012, 15:51
Radisson seems to have double duty what with feeding her young, as well as teaching her mate how to be a good Dad!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 11, 2012, 17:12
I think Chase has just relized :o that the kid with the mowhak may  not be his...LOL.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF July 11, 2012, 17:19
Posted by Bev's hubby Peter on BCAW

Our first rescue of the season on our first flight of the season. Hope all goes well from here on in. We will keep you posted



http://www.peregrinefalcon-bcaw.net/viewtopic.php?p=200649#p200649
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 12, 2012, 09:53
Stopped and watched for about an hour with Peter. Got to see R in a fly bye, after she finished riding the termal drafts with C. Then went over to the Misercordia to look at the pair there, female up on the tallest pole and the male on the s/e corner of the building..started to make noise at us, so left them be alone.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 12, 2012, 11:28
Univ. of Alta.:  Peter reported on BCAW (http://www.peregrinefalcon-bcaw.net/viewtopic.php?p=200649#p200649) that Mohawk/Junior flew over to the heart institute at about 9:18 this morning, following Radisson's lead, and he didn't quite make it to the roof, but he still landed.  He was soaking wet, as we had a huge storm here last night and poor Junior stayed outside all night long.   
----------------

I am glad he apparently did not get pelted with hailstones; some were the size of tennis balls.  We have flooding all over the place, especially the Whitemud Freeway, but our falcons seem to have coped well with all this.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick July 12, 2012, 12:46
I think Chase has just relized :o that the kid with the mowhak may  not be his...LOL.
I didn't remember this. How do you know, tm? ???
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 12, 2012, 12:53
From the forums...read that K97 was there first with R..And in came a new bird and chased of K97. I think that is why he got the name Chase. And that is why , I said that...
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick July 12, 2012, 12:55
Ah...got it now. Thanks tm. :) Nice that you are able to be down there for fledgewatch with bev, Peter and/or Elaine.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF July 12, 2012, 16:26
I think Chase has just relized :o that the kid with the mowhak may  not be his...LOL.
I didn't remember this. How do you know, tm? ???

I thought transplanted maple was just making a joke. LOL  ;D
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 12, 2012, 18:34
RCF
TPC has sent me just about  every forum or web link, after every  ??? I have had about the birds. So, I hope I have read all past and present forums ....and have time to enjoy what I do see now.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: RCF July 12, 2012, 18:48
RCF
TPC has sent me just about  every forum or web link, after every  ??? I have had about the birds. So, I hope I have read all past and present forums ....and have time to enjoy what I do see now.
From the forums...read that K97 was there first with R..And in came a new bird and chased of K97. I think that is why he got the name Chase. And that is why , I said that...

It's quite the drama that goes on with the peregrines and I am sure Chase will be a good Dad.   :)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 13, 2012, 10:52
During Bev's shift yesterday, Junior had to be rescued and returned to the roof of the Clinical Sciences Building.  What happened is he tried to fly around to other buildings, but ran out of steam, could not land properly, and eventually landed on the top floor of the parking lot where Bev and the fledge crew were located.  They got a towel over him, called a friend from the Wildlife Rehab Centre, who came over and checked him out.  He was fine, and Peter came down and returned him to the roof the CSB.  When I arrived Bev was getting ready to leave, after a long and scary day, and Junior was still on the ledge.  Peter and I watched Junior for almost two hours, and nothing happened, and then, of course, everything happened.  Junior mis-stepped and fell from his perch on the CSB, and tried to fly over to College Plaza, where Radisson was sitting with food.  Well, he lost his nerve, and turned around and went back, and landed on the second roof of the heart institute; then, about 20 minutes later, he left the heart institute to make his way over to Radisson on College Plaza, with Chase following him closely, but he could not get a proper landing on the building, so he circled around and then flew around to the back, where we could not see him.  Peter went down to look for him, and found him on the back side of College Plaza, on the 8th floor ledge.  Meanwhile, while this was going on, Radisson flew over to the top of the heart institute, along with Chase, then she moved back to College Plaza; Chase flew over around the back of College Plaza but I could not see where he went or landed.  When Peter returned to the parking lot where we were situated, he called Jean, who can see lots from her balcony on Windsor Park, a nearby building, and Jean could see Junior on the ledge on the back of College Plaza, and was going to keep an eye on him.  As it was starting to get dark, Peter and I left, with all birds accounted for. 



: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 13, 2012, 11:01
CSB:  Here is Peter's report at BCAW from 9:00 this morning:  

Bev just called as she was down there early this morning. Jean said the youngster was still on the ledge this morning. Thanks Jean, I know the early rising is not your favorite thing. The rest of this post may sound a bit crazy as I think Bev is starting to translate falcon talk. She's been doing this too long, me thinks. She advised that Chase went to get the food that Radison had left on the ledge at CP the night before. Radison flew over and gave him supreme and grabbed the food and flew around and put it on another ledge. Every time Radison goes out hunting, Chase just follows her and Bev said that it almost looked like she gave him supreme and told him to stay put and "babysit" while she got some food. Bev was sure that this is what was going on, probably because she is used to doing it with me.

Radison took off again to go hunting. She came back with a big pigeon and put it on the top of the extension building. She then went around back to show the youngster where it was. The youngster followed her around, flying very well and landed on top of the building by the pigeon. Radison flew up and watched to make sure Chase was not going to try and steal his food. Bev said she had nattered at him and just like a little kid Chase started talking back, but apparently, he got the message and he didn't go near the youngster. Bev said it was like a mom scolding her child, him starting to talk back and them she had the final say and thats the way it was going to be "or else". I think Bev has been around these falcons way too long or the sun is really getting to her. In any event, youngster has been fed and for the time being all is well with the world.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird July 13, 2012, 17:58
Wow, fabulous translating Bev
.  
Good storyline, anyway.

Thanksfor passing the news along, Peter and Elaine.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: burdi July 13, 2012, 18:29
Yes I agree, bcbird!   
Thanks for posting Peter’s report from 9:00 am, Elaine!!

Really enjoyed how well Bev is learning to translate falcon talk. Nothing like some humour to make the day, trouble is it all makes perfect sense, to me anyhow.  8)   Please ask Peter to keep us up to date on Bev’s excellent translations!  ;D 
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 14, 2012, 19:27
CSB, U of A:  Peter was here early this morning and I arrived at 9:00.  For hours, we watched little Feist, and he did not go anywhere.  He scared us one time as he hunkered down and flattened out so much on the 5th floor ledge of College Plaza, we could not see him.  We thought we had somehow missed his flight, and started looking all over, then Peter saw what he thought was Feist on the ledge below the roof, but this turned out to be Chase; then, the little devil popped up again and started catwalking down his ledge.  Both Radisson and Chase flew by him a couple of times, and even landed on the ledge near him to encourage him to get out there, but he would have none of it.  After a while, he didn't even bother to screech whenever he saw them, he just turned his back and flattened out again.   By this time, Peter had gone down to the Weber to check on the chick there, and Bev was with me, and when I left around 1:00, Feist still had not left his ledge, and he didn't look like he was ever going to leave.  It was so hot today it was almost unbearable, but we did have a nice breeze, which certainly helped.  I am sure Bev or Peter will have more to report later about the rest of the day at the CSB.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Moonstar July 15, 2012, 08:03
Thanks Elaine and Bev for all the updates here.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 15, 2012, 23:42
We have been run ragged the last few days and Peter and I have been doing Marathon shifts but I promise to come in here on Tuesday and give you a low down. I want to thank people for bringing our posts over here.

There is someone , I do  no know, who, but someone  has made us a lovely poster for fledge watch and I will be posting that as well.

We got thoroughly drenched today but our wee guy, and he is wee, is getting stronger and stronger.

I will explain about Chase also.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick July 16, 2012, 10:10
Keep up the good work out there in Edmonton, bev & Peter et al. We are rooting for all of your PF's and for all of you too, rain or shine! :-*
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 16, 2012, 10:21
 ;D Happy 40th      Bev and Peter, enjoy tonight and a night off for yourself`s....
More help will come tonight to help watch your babies for you. :o just in case something funny happens and you 2 miss it.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 17, 2012, 21:59
Tonight, just like Bev and Peter, we walked and looked..I couldn't even find R or C and groups of crows where fiying in the area of the parkade and did not see them , chasing them away...I hope that C and R found him outside the area and are with him..I can only hope...
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 20, 2012, 13:20
I will be coming over here to post but will fill in some of reports from a few days. Our little guy is missing since Tuesday morning and I am devastated . Keep  going over and looking and eyes to skies and listening. It is bizarre as he was flying well, diving, sticking landings , he chased after R for food Monday afternoon, soared way up in the clouds with R.
He leoved to fly. he would land and then fly again. Height was not a problem. we rescued him on Thursday afternoon july12, after he fledged in morning, but it was the heat .Later that evening he was flying like a trooper again.

but I keep remembering what Tracy told me about Radisson , that she was not seen 5 days after fledging

 and she winded up here. So I am hoping.

I have lots of pictures but will post only if you are interested. And  I have quite a few things to say about our Feist.

We have had lots of problems with our young resident male.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Rose July 20, 2012, 14:35
I will be coming over here to post but will fill in some of reports from a few days. Our little guy is missing since Tuesday morning and I am devastated . Keep  going over and looking and eyes to skies and listening. It is bizarre as he was flying well, diving, sticking landings , he chased after R for food Monday afternoon, soared way up in the clouds with R.
He leoved to fly. he would land and then fly again. Height was not a problem. we rescued him on Thursday afternoon july12, after he fledged in morning, but it was the heat .Later that evening he was flying like a trooper again.

but I keep remembering what Tracy told me about Radisson , that she was not seen 5 days after fledging

 and she winded up here. So I am hoping.

I have lots of pictures but will post only if you are interested. And  I have quite a few things to say about our Feist.

We have had lots of problems with our young resident male.

Don't give up hope Bev. Hurricane our resident female fledged from the Radisson in 2007 and after only a couple of days wasn't seen again until 2009 in Grand Forks or Fargo and only for a short time, then disappeared only to turn up in Brandon with Zeus. This is her fourth nest and the male 2010,2011,2012 is Brooklyn(fledged 2007 from McKenzies Seed building).An interesting little fact about Hurricane is that she was banded as a male because she was small and what a surprise she layed four eggs and raised four chicks that all migrated.No news is quite often good news.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick July 20, 2012, 17:24
Sometimes the problem children are the ones who come back ... Sherpa was a solo male and of course fledge early.  Way before fledging however, he kept climbing out of the nestbox at the Radisson.  The sides weren't quite as high as they are now, but still too high for a wee chick, well, a chick other than Sherpa.  First time out was at about 10 days as  I recall, second time was at banding, third time I didn't bother as he'd proven he could keep his balance and then he fledged at something like 35 days (I'm going to have to check my records with him) and ended up in a construction site requiring me to call the local constabulary before breaking into the safety zone.  Sherpa was fine and he went back up on the roof (with a police escort no less) and he was off again, this time without need for human assistance.  I fully expected to have him take over the Radisson territory (only territory in Winnipeg) and when he came back a couple of years later, it looked good.  He flew himself into a fence out in West Winnipeg a couple of summers later, and that was that. Bird could climb over/out of anything, quite remarkable, and hair-raising.

And there have been lots of chicks in recent years coming down on roads and alleys, on low rooftops, garden patios and in smokestacks.  Most of them make it out despite the odds against them.  And those are just the ones we know about!  So no news is good news until you get the bad news.  ;)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: transplanted maple July 20, 2012, 17:40
Thanks TPC
It gives me hope that the first one I saw flying could still be out there...
I loved the idea of Radisson since , she was from Winnipeg....home grown kind of thing..
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 21, 2012, 11:40
I am really struggling with How to do this tribute. It is not in memory as I cannot believe he is gone. I just remember how Radisson went missing 5 days after she fledged and ended up here so I am hoping to hear of Feist at a site one day.

Clinical Science Part one

i will come back and post these pictures properly. just have to find them to redo

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/edmontonjune27-1.jpg)

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/UOFA_BANDING_003-1.jpg)

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/UOFA_BANDING_010-1.jpg)

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/UOFA_BANDING_014-1.jpg)

(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/edmontonjune29-7.jpg)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 21, 2012, 11:41
Feists  many changes in box Part2

slide show (about 45 shots) sorry but this is hard to pick just one

I hope you enjoy my journey

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=f819d715.pbw
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 21, 2012, 11:41
I will post a few more slideshow s of his escapes outside the box later tonight.

I am not giving up him either.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick July 21, 2012, 12:32
I enjoyed your slideshow, bev. Hang in there. I know that you have grown very attached to Feist. And as TPC has said, "no news is good news, until you hear otherwise."
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Jazzerkins July 21, 2012, 15:35
Gorgeous slide show, bev.  What a beautiful looking bird.  Keep your hopes up and listen to TPC, as kinderchick said, no news is good news until you hear otherwise.  :)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 22, 2012, 21:18
july 13 Feist

Click on link

slides show click on link

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=1c0003be.pbw
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 22, 2012, 21:28
july14 Fesit did not do too much most of day as it was hot. He stayed in the sun south side of College Plaza Radisson tried to get him ot move several times . He finally moved and flew up the back and we finally saw him on the roof of college Plaza, We were so excited to see him there.

Peter and Elaine stayed with him for part of morning and beginnning of afternoon. Peter and I stayed with him for rest of day. Maggie came over for a bit

click on thumbnails
Radisson
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_UOFA_012-1-7.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=UOFA_012-1-7.jpg)
Ledge oh south side, morning
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resting
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_UOFA_004-1-5.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=UOFA_004-1-5.jpg)
13 pelicans
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Feist made it to top an he is proud
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now on west facing ledge of college plaza
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: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 22, 2012, 21:54
july 15th

no pictures as it rained most of day and adults were gone a lot but Feist just was incredible. He taught himself , how to swoop and he made it to Newton apartments. He wanted to follow the adults but R cacked at him to stay put. He went there a few times looking out for them and then Flew to K-ching building where R made him a food drop.  I realized that day how hacking could work. Because this little guy was virtually on his own and it broke my heart. But then Falcons are loners, but usually at this stage they have siblings or the help of both parents. R had to do it all and keep Chase at bay as well. thus he was alone a lot. but we saw him conquer many heights and buildings in the rain.

July 16th  The last day we would see him

this was an unusual day as workers had to go onot roof on Clinica science and R was really ticked as Feist was feeding on Maz. I went over and talked to workers and they assured me they would do their job  quickly. Rosemarie was with me. they just quickly opened door and put sump pump on roof and then put hose over back end of CS and closed door and water pumped off. I was grateful for their cooperation but once Again R had been disturbed this year.

Feist   loved to fly but was afraid o f Chase. This day he would soar to the greatest heights. And  he would chase after his dinner. He would go into a dive and it gave me goosebumps And I just was in awe. As he learned so much in such little time. I thought , this guy is a survivor and so this is how I must think .

No news is good news. my eyes to the skies.

and so now I must finally  e-mail all my team. I have held off, but it is time

he seemed to  be protecting himself from Chase
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/UOFA_023-1-1.jpg)
And he loved to Fly
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/UOFA_025-1-2.jpg)

Slideshow click on link

http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=e7660e3d.pbw
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick July 23, 2012, 00:23
he seemed to  be protecting himself from Chase
(http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/UOFA_023-1-1.jpg)

I don't think this image is defensive Bev, it looks more like "tired chick".  Young fledglings will often let their wings droop like this, especially in hot weather but also because they are big things to keep waving about and the chicks get tired.  Defensive would be with his back to a wall - feet are the business end of a falcon at any age and stage.  Chase on the other hand is watching something and his back to the wall.  Were he an older, more experienced or a born-to-be-dad male peregrine, from that photo I would have thought "Dad is keeping an eye on the sky while his tired kid takes a break on the ledge above him".

I know you are worried about Feist - so a few questions: Are Radisson and Chase always visible when you see them?  Or is it one or the other, sometimes both?  Or are they always easy to find?  Are they always perched or flying or a bit of both?  Do you see them feeding?  Are they in their normal spots?  Does Chase bring food into Radisson?  Are Radisson and Chase taking flights together?  Are they relaxed - by that I mean, are they perching near each other and napping and preening for hours?  Odd questions I know, but if you wouldn't mind ...
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 23, 2012, 00:37
Hi Tracy.

the reason I said he was in defensive position becasue we were watching as Chase chased him to ledge.

Chase was waiting for Radisson to give him heck again. She had chased him away from our little guy several times that day.

We have not seen Chase bring in food since the banding. he seems to be begging R for food.

they have been at nest box, scraping. they both turned in very early the day we did not see our young guy.

tomorrow i am going to look in a new area.

Our young guy learned most of what he had to learn on his own.  Chase would always leave when R left. usually we have at least one of adults staying behind when young ones have first fledged.

: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: The Peregrine Chick July 23, 2012, 09:05
Thanks Bev, it always helps to get on-site observational details.  Sounds like Chase is acting more like a fledgling than a parent which is something Madame did her first summer at the U of M with T-Rex.  Completely turned around the following year when she was Mistress of the Radisson with T-Rex's dad, Pop, so that is perhaps optimistic news for next year if he returns (and if Radisson will have him again).  Could be that his behaviour with Feist is more sibling-like than parental as well - siblings do chase each other - difference is that Feist wouldn't necessary see his behaviour as sibling-like and by not behaving as expected Chase's play-chasing has/had a bit more of an edge to it - hardwiring is a wonderful thing  ::)

Do keep us updated!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. July 23, 2012, 12:20
Thanks Tracy.

I appreciate all the help I can get in my observations. At first we thought Chase was playing like a sibling but he became so much more aggressive, like he was competing for food.

He did so well till after banding and then he regressed. It was as if he just did not know his place. he hunted up a storm before. Prey all over the place and then he seemed to stop and expect to be fed by Radisson also.

We will continue to go , but not all day and watch his behavior and see if he starts hunting again. He has been scraping in the box, and maybe this will make,  him more adult like. coming half way throuhg did to allow him to do this.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L July 23, 2012, 23:40
Good grief, I come back from holidays only to find that Feist is missing in action, and that Chase has still not figured out whether Radisson is his mother or his lover.   

On the positive side, when we attended Feist's banding, I felt that he was such a feisty, hardy little chick; he had overcome mites, flies and frounce, unlike his brothers, so I think his chances of still being alive are good.  I don't think he liked Chase much, so my feeling is that he took off as soon as he felt able in order to hone his skills and to improve his ability to escape from unfriendly male peregrines.  Until we hear otherwise, I will stick with this.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: birdcamfan July 24, 2012, 07:57
Kind of a strange family dynamic going on there. You are right Elaine L, Feist is a fast developer. We have to stay with positive thoughts and hope for this little guy.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick July 25, 2012, 14:44
Good grief, I come back from holidays only to find that Feist is missing in action, and that Chase has still not figured out whether Radisson is his mother or his lover...   
Lots can happen in the life of a PF, in a very short amount of time. But I, too, am going to hold out positive thoughts for Feist still being alive.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: allikat July 29, 2012, 21:42
Ah...the life of a peregrine.  They keep us wonderin' and guessin'... and it's fine by me.  They have been doin' this for years, so, I, leave all of that up to them...nature sure is, a mystery, and I leave it to them as they know what's best!
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. September 13, 2012, 10:24
I have been very busy monitoring a new nest along a river in Edmonton that is a very late nesting.
Gordon thought the adult male might be our adult male from last 2.5 seasons at Clinical .

the kids are still there but we have been eaten alive with mosquitoes, sand flies, and froze to death. But we were glad to see some youngsters again. I think they will be gone shortly.

But we have not forgotten Radisson. She is still holding her site and Chase is a bit of a pain, but we will see what next season brings

here are 2 slideshows of Jeans picutres from her window. click on pictures and look at dates

(http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_edmontonjuly10-2-jean-1.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=23d92618.pbw)

(http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/th_jeanChase7June12feedingonduck.jpg) (http://s187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/?action=view&current=8127fa04.pbw)


: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. September 13, 2012, 10:30
here are 2 nice shots of Radisson that Jean sent me.

http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/JeanR27Aug121-1.jpg

http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x135/fullbrandt/2012%20falcons/jeanR27Aug122-1.jpg

We do not know what happened that Chase regressed in his behavior , this year. we can only surmise that after 2 chicks were removed at banding and one treated at box for 3 days , he got confused.  Because up until then he was hunting and feeding chicks.

After banding , he brought in food at first but took it right out again, and ate it himself.  Then he just quit hunting. He started begging for food like the young male.

Hopefully a year will make a difference. I never wish any harm to any of them but poor Radisson does not need another year of this
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Kinderchick September 13, 2012, 10:33
I have been very busy monitoring a new nest along a river in Edmonton that is a very late nesting.
Gordon thought the adult male might be our adult male from last 2.5 seasons at Clinical...
Very interesting, to hear of a new nest in your area, bev. Please keep us posted. :)
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Elaine L September 13, 2012, 11:16
Thanks for the update, Bev.  I am glad that we have a nest in the River Valley that is working out.
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bcbird September 13, 2012, 12:58
Thanks for the good news of another nesting site.  What dedication, braving the unpleasantries of nature to report on the wonders! 
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: Jazzerkins September 13, 2012, 18:19
Hey Bev - as many know the adult human male sometimes reverts back, just as Chase did.  Maybe there is a connection? :D ???
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: bev. October 13, 2012, 11:41
We have been away but when we got back checked on Radisson and C hase. . Jean saw both on  Thursday , Oct4th . We only saw Radisson On Oct 4 th and only saw one at night spot .

We saw no one on Friday and either did Jean. We checked night spot and no one around. I could not get back down thanksgiving weekend but did not hear if Jean saw anyone, She would have e-mailed me if she had.

so I believe R left Friday sometime, Oct5 and chase either same time or day before.If he comes back next year , I hope he steps up to the plate. We are not used to not having a great male.

One never knows what the next season will bring, but it sure has been a rough season here.

Once I get my winter yard work done I hope to get my picut5res of hack site and river site done.

Miss E was not to be seen by us at Weber when we got home. We got home evening Oct3rd. Reports from Bin 104 say they saw no ne since Sunday Sept 30. But sometimes at t5his time of year they wander a bit , so I am saying they left sometime between Sept 30th and Oct3rd. this is early for Miss E

for me, this is always a hard time of year, as I bid my goodbyes and wonder if they will return. but i have finally learned that i have no control over it but my heart has not quite caught up with my brain. :-* :-*
: Re: U of Alberta - 2012 / Chase & Radisson
: birdcamfan October 13, 2012, 17:39
i have finally learned that i have no control over it but my heart has not quite caught up with my brain. :-* :-*
I hear ya! Does it ever catch up??  :)