Radisson Hotel Chicks now banded and returned to the nest box with their New Bling…banding went off without any hitches. We have a male and female and now it’s time for them to be named.
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Chick Banding and Flight Captures from the days event can be found at this link
https://pbase.com/photosbydennis/radisson_hotel_2021
Early mornings at the summer place begins with brewing a pot of coffee…after having the first cup to clear the cobwebs it’s time to hit the road.
Travel mug of coffee and the morning rounds begin. First interesting encounter being an Bald Eagle on a commonly used perch that overlooks a small bay on Lake Winnipeg.
Most likely perched looking for a morning meal.
Here again using the truck as a blind and my presence didn’t seem to concern him/her.
At this close distance remaining in the truck is the best option rather than getting out.
You know it’s going to be a good day when you get too spend some time with one of these Majestic Birds.
The time for Peregrine Chick Banding is drawing near…up until now there has been no contact with humans and they have no idea they will soon have some Bling to show off.
Chicks receive their New Jewelry when between 21-25 days old…at this time their legs/feet are adult size.
When banding day comes and the access door to the roof is opened it doesn’t take long for Pip and Ella too become defensive. First we will hear the kak,kak,kak,kak then the Mach Speed passes begin.