ATLANTA, GA~2015

catwoman · **Posted:** Thu Apr 30, 2015 7:22 am

Love those videos, SGB--especially the one with mom's wings spread. She was really trying to keep her babies dry. :loveheart2:

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

Thanks Catwoman..

The little dude had had enough to eat and decided to go play...

SWINWK · **Joined:** Wed Jan 02, 2013 10:41 am **Posts:** 12730

Feed in progress. Only 3 participating, don't see the 4th one. Parent left and I thought feed was over, but came back with more in short order! Windy, night! Love the pics!!!

rysx · **Joined:** Sat Apr 28, 2012 1:28 am **Posts:** 450

The chicks were exercising vigorously. But there are THREE only. According to SWINWK, 3 days ago there were only 3 too.

A parent (probably Kate) brings a meal and begins feedings. Only 3 chicks participate.

kittenface · **Posted:** Tue May 05, 2015 12:23 am

Just read that banding is May 11th.

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

rysx wrote:

The chicks were exercising vigorously. But there are THREE only. According to SWINWK, 3 days ago there were only 3 too.

A parent (probably Kate) brings a meal and begins feedings. Only 3 chicks participate.

Gosh...then I wonder what happened to #4..there were clearly 4 in the pics I posted...I haven't had time to watch the last several days...I'll try to keep the cam up longer tomorrow..

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

well, according to chat, 4 chicks were there on Sunday...hmmmmmmmmmm..

kittenface · **Posted:** Tue May 05, 2015 1:06 am

All 4 there Here is a picture and really sloppy video of them popping up one at a time. Just like they knew I wanted a head count. :teehee:

SWINWK · **Joined:** Wed Jan 02, 2013 10:41 am **Posts:** 12730

Great video, kittenface!!! From what I've seen, 1 frequently is off to himself and the other three tend to stick together.

catwoman · **Posted:** Tue May 05, 2015 6:27 am

Glad you caught that Kitten! I was starting to worry that one fell out of the box or something, but all is well! :loveheart2:

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

Thanks KF...I've had the cam up for quite a while this morning (but not early enough to catch breakfast)...and have finally had them move enough to show 4 chicks..This is one of those cams where you have to either be lucky...or watch for a while to catch them all..

I felt sure all 4 were still there. (and yes, they were all moving..LOL)

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

Banding late today..

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

I am in total shock...3 males and 1 female...they hope to have the banding vid up by the end of the week..

SWINWK · **Joined:** Wed Jan 02, 2013 10:41 am **Posts:** 12730

I'm surprised too! Can't they just stand real tall side by side one time for us to have a good look-see? :teehee:

Right now @ least 2 are on the ledge ... :girlcrazy:

SWINWK · **Joined:** Wed Jan 02, 2013 10:41 am **Posts:** 12730

Can't see anyone! Chat reporting 2 in grass and 2 on floor. Floor? Not familiar with layout here. :eggsmile:

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

SWINWK wrote:

Can't see anyone! Chat reporting 2 in grass and 2 on floor. Floor? Not familiar with layout here. :eggsmile:

Its a large balcony...lots of walking and hiding places once they hop out..

kittenface · **Posted:** Wed May 13, 2015 11:02 pm

Is this anywhere close to you SGB?

Smack dab between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, Georgia has just been confirmed as the home of two baby Peregrine Falcon chicks for the first time in 80 years.

Georgia’s Department of Natural Resources has confirmed the find at Tallulah Gorge State Park on Monday after climbers at the park reported an agitated bird diving at them. To protect the world’s fastest bird, rock climbing has been temporarily suspended while the chicks grow.

“We are thrilled to discover this amazing bird inside Tallulah Gorge,” said Park Manager Danny Tatum. “Peregrines themselves are a rare sighting, but discovering a natural nest in the park makes it even more exciting. We’d like to thank the rock climbers for bringing this to our attention and for understanding the importance of protecting the area until the chicks fledge.”

Peregrine Falcons practically disappeared from the eastern United States a few decades ago, primarily because of the effects of the pesticide DDT. Built for speed, they can reach 200 miles per hour while hunting prey. Nest sites, called eyries, are normally located on cliff ledges where the young chicks are safe from predators. Georgia’s last known eyrie outside Atlanta was found in 1936 at Cloudland Canyon State Park in northwest Georgia.

Ready to see the babies? Tallulah Gorge State Park, a short drive north of Atlanta, invites visitors to bring binoculars to the park’s overlooks to view the nest. Guests are encouraged to stop at the Interpretive Center first to get directions and viewing tips.

skygirlblue · **Joined:** Sun Jul 26, 2009 3:18 pm **Posts:** 64398

Maybe 2, 2 1/2 hrs?

I got this in my email alerts...and I've been to "the gorge"..its a beautiful area...I just need to get my map out..

catwoman · **Posted:** Fri May 15, 2015 7:11 am

They've moved the cam out so we can see the chicks when they leave the planter! :loveshow:

Not hard to tell the boys from the girl here, huh? :egglaugh:

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