The three surviving Norwich chicks grew up and fledged successfully. I saw all three a number of times after they fledged, and as far as I know they are all still doing well.
A couple of days ago I caught one of the juvies visiting the nest. It was after 9 p.m. in Norwich, and the juvie's feathers were illuminated by the golden light from the evening sun.
They sure look pale on the breast and throat ... is that just a trick of the lighting or are they really that pale?
(in comparison with say Orozco in Lincoln)
Yes, TPC, they really are pale. Of course, lighting always plays a part, but their cheeks and throat are almost white. Also, they have very fine, delicate markings. I have noticed this not only this year, but in previous years.
Juvies at several of the British sites have similar colouring; for example, Sheffield and Bath. Since a Bath juvie from 2013 was observed at the Norwich site at least twice this year, some of the birds may be related. It is hard to be sure, since most British adult peregrines are unbanded. I believe tiercel AA at Bath was the first to be banded.
