A new month and lots to look forward to as we eagerly await these precious eggs which Maya and Blue 33(11) have devotedly protected, hatch!
For anyone new and just starting to watch the Rutland Manton Bay Webcam, here is a brief summary of the 2016 season so far:
The resident female, Maya returned 21 March. Her mate Blue 33(11) returned 27 March. Maya has laid three eggs, #1 on 4 April, #2 on 7 April and #3 on 10 April. Maya and 33(11) are currently sharing incubating duties and we should see a hatch around the second week in May.
Happy viewing
33 keeping Maya company
Tiger's Osprey News
33 has just arrived
Maya takes her time getting up Checks the eggs and has gone 33 settles down
Hi Patily. Still 3 eggs and no chicks
Hi NOC
Maya has brought home something like a big clump of soil... no idea what for
33 got up but now Maya has flown and after a while 33 settles on the eggs again
The camera went down for a few seconds but OK now
Maya managed to incubate for about 5 minutes, then 33 came back and pushed her away, lol.
Maya trying her best to move 33 :D
Successfully as I posted it