And here we go again
Brief history about Manton Bay:
The nest was first occupied by White 08(97) and Green 5N(04) in 2007 who raised 2 chicks. In 2008 they paired again but the nest failed and in 2009 it was unused. In 2010 a new pair, Green 5R(04) and an unringed female nicknamed Mrs 5R, took up residence and over the next four years raised 11 chicks. Green 5R(04) failed to return in 2014 and Mrs 5R paired with a new mate, Blue 28(10) and laid 3 eggs. Blue 33(11) arrived determined to claim this nest and evicted Blue 28(10). Blue 33(11) kicked out the eggs and spent the remainder of the season bonding with Mrs 5R who was then officially named “Maya”. In 2015 Maya and Blue 33(11) returned and to date have successfully raised 20 chicks.
© Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust
Here’s wishing Maya and Blue 33(11) a safe journey home and for another successful season.
Further to my post 'Not bathing but drowning?' from Rutland yesterday, upthread, ROP have just confirmed that was indeed an Osprey struggling with a huge fish, in fact it was Blue 33. They've published this fabulous closeup from a photographer who was there:
Thanks Geemeff.
For the record, here is Rutland's FB Post and all credit to Chris Wood for capturing/sharing his footage.
click on capture to play video:
© Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust /Chris Wood
Thank you GEEMEFF and KAREN. I thought it could be Blue33 because an Osprey's shadow had flown from the campost shortly before the drama.
Overnight the lens spider was very busy:
No-one else seen up to 04:15, hope they've both had a peaceful sleep.
IMAGICAT
MC et al:- 0807.22 33 brings in a very large/awkward stick!
Copyright LRWT/ROP
Birdies LG DU update.
Mike B said:MC et al:- 0807.22 33 brings in a very large/awkward stick!
And left Maya to sort it out! Men !!!
On the bright side, one of the cabers may have got knocked over the side.
Blue 33 has been attempting to shift one of the cabers, I’ve been yelling encouragement.
Another struggle with a big fish:
Birdie's DU Summaries 2018 https://www.imagicat.com/
Richard B