Radisson - 2012 / Ivy & Princess

[noellat]

wow, bccs?  Has that ever happenned before?

[bcbird]

Oh wow bccs!!!!!!!n What a wonderful gift that was!!!!!

It certainly was Eagle, he sure is handsome.

So happy for you, bccs!

[bccs]

OMG, one of the kids just landed on my balcony railing!!

Not a kid, it's Ivy himself

Pretty special to be treated to a visit from Ivy himself, bccs! I’m assuming he came by to express appreciation for your concern, keeping tabs on the kids, etc. 

My lucky day burdi, right spot at the right time.
But, I've washed the balcony door windows and my camera and binoculars will be right beside my chesterfield.

[bccs]

Oh wow bccs!!!!!!!n What a wonderful gift that was!!!!!

It certainly was Eagle, he sure is handsome.

[susha]

Nice to see one of the juvies on the nestledge this morning. I wonder which one it is?

I'm so happy that they're still coming to the ledge occasionally.  I haven't seen anybody there whenever I've checked, but I'm obviously not checking at the right times...

[burdi]

OMG, one of the kids just landed on my balcony railing!!

Not a kid, it's Ivy himself

Pretty special to be treated to a visit from Ivy himself, bccs! I’m assuming he came by to express appreciation for your concern, keeping tabs on the kids, etc. 

[Kinderchick]

Nice to see one of the juvies on the nestledge this morning. I wonder which one it is?

[eagle63_1999]

Oh wow bccs!!!!!!!n What a wonderful gift that was!!!!!

[bccs]

He just flew away, what a wonderful 20 minutes.

[bccs]

OMG, one of the kids just landed on my balcony railing!!

Not a kid, it's Ivy himself

[dupre501]

Regarding the transmitters, here is a link to the part of the forum where TPC started discussing the transmitters and the research being done:
http://www.species-at-risk.mb.ca/projects/pfrp/forum/programs/index.php/topic,2830.0.html

[BirdLover]

Thanks! Interesting reading.

[birdcamfan]

I know this question has probably been asked before but how are the transmitters attached to the birds?

This is what they say on the Telonics site:
There are numerous mounting techniques for most of the avian configurations with suitability to various species. Gluing is often used on passerines, necklaces are often used on grouse, backpack harness are often used on raptors, turkeys, and ducks, neckbands on geese, legbands on cranes and so on. The selection of a mounting technique has both biological implications and transmitter performance issues that must be considered. The handling of the dressing and length of the external antenna as well as the material thickness, weight, and construction will affect the durability and survivability of the antenna on the animal. The choice of the preferred mounting technique used for a specific species has often changed over time. Over the years, the influence of a specific mounting technique(s) on the species behavior has become better understood. We recommend that researchers check the literature and consult with colleagues on the suitability of a particular mounting technique for a specific species. In some cases, implant technology should be considered as opposed to an external mounting technique
I am sure Tracy can fill us in on the details of the PF's she has seen fitted with these devices.

[Kinderchick]

I know this question has probably been asked before but how are the transmitters attached to the birds?

If you go to the Questions From Our Younger Fans board, BirdLover, under the topic Fledgling's Names & Backpacks, I think TPC has posted some very informative info about the transmitter backpacks. Hopefully, that will explain some of what you want to know.

[Jan]

So good to see McDermot again!!