Well another day has begun and EJ has her head down for a bit of shuteye, but for how long, before the family stirs. Lets hope she gets a bit of sleep. Trying to get comfy again. Those chicks are growing fast.
Goodnight all, see you in the morning.
To those who don't realise, I have changed my avatar to one of EJ in the evening sun, 2.6.10. Couldn't resist it.
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Obese Ospreys? Hmm. EJ has back to us but one chick is peeking out with its mouth open. Are we surprised?
Does anyone hear that noise - something between a bark and a cough?
EJ gone for a flyabout. And there's that odd noise again - echoing around the area. Ej back. Chicks 1 and 2 looking for attention.... now flopped down again.
Hi Annette.If it's the noise I think your talking about, I'm guessing it's a raven. They have quite a throaty caw.
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Hi Heron. You're up early (late?). Could've been - I'll have to Google a sound recording for it (one more thing to add to my list).
Been a busy day here, so calling it a night now. All quiet on the nest; EJ is preening; chicks are twitching but now and then. Take care all. No fish yet today.....
Hi Annette.Here's a link to the RSPB page for Raven. You'll be able to get the sound file there.
http://www.rspb.org.uk/wildlife/birdguide/name/r/raven/index.aspx
Another meal in progress.....
Morning all, thanks for all the updates and pics.
EJ has just got up again and the chicks think its feeding time. No fish yet and EJ having a preen. Looks a reasonable day up there?
Uh,UH, I think its #1 decided to have a scrap with #2 but its all over for the time being. EJ just looked on and carried on with her wash and brush up.