We had zero chicks at Loch Garten nest this summer, so there are none to follow this winter. EJ and Odin have migrated south and with neither tagged we cannot follow them. Sadly, we have lost Breagha, the last tagged LG offspring. Once again a healthy Loch Garten chick is “lost contact, presumed dead”. Even the camera is away for the winter. Thus we have lost all contact with the Loch Garten nest. For the first time since I found EJ and the Loch Garten nest, there is NOTHING LEFT. Nothing left, that is, except HOPE for a better season in 1916.
On this note of hope I will maintain The Gabfest in a semi-retired state. Thus we will be open for any osprey news which comes through, whether it be from UK or USA or Africa. Also any bird or wildlife photos or news are always appreciated here.
Over Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Eve some may wish to share photos of their cakes, Christmas Trees and/or some music videos. Winter gardening, trains, anything goes here on the Gabfest that anyone wants to talk about.
So if anyone cares to come in for a wee chat, the Gabfest may be sleeping, but it is open.
Strong wind and new cam view at Ithica
Most likely mourning doves at Ithica, yes. They look like ours, which are mourning doves.
Ann, badger state - fascinating!!!!
Good evening all. June interesting about the clear out of the Dyfi nest I suppose its a good opportunity to clear out anything harmful and generally make it safe for their return! Just over 4 months time really doesnt seem long!
WHY DID THERE HAVE TO BE SNAKES?!? Indiana Jones
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Hi Willlow :) winter seems longer now than it will once it has passed.
New Blog from Jess. I hope the tracker will reveal what happened to Breagh, so very sad and thought he would be safe in France
Hi June !
Love the snakes the are beautiful creatures, we dont get many here though.
I do hate the early dark evenings. Its very mild here but getting quite windy.