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.
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Here’s wishing Maya and Blue 33(11) a safe journey home and for another successful season.
Unknown said:I have lost both of my Dogs in the last 2 years.
Sincere condolences, Richard.
IMAGICAT
31 March
Someone checking for something, stayed nearly 4 minutes:
Later, both arrived to start their day:
It's been snowing a little bit, that didn't deter Blue33 - but was this freshly caught and de-headed or leftover from yesterday?
I think he flew off with it :-/
Then the snow got heavier:
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Karen
Very sorry to hear about Dawn, the heartbreak is hard to bear just now, but hopefully in time you will think of all the happy and cherished times you had with her which will put a smile on your face. Such lovely photos of her in your Collage.
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