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.
Maya in position and looking rather damp
Just checking, in KAREN's absence (hope you re OK, Karen x ) and all is looking good.
Blue33 turned on the charm in the afternoon when he brought in a small stick and stayed to protect Maya lovingly (it's all subjective, of course) when an unseen threat was perceived - he stayed 6 minutes, I've cut this off in a hurry:
Blue33 finishing a stint @ 17:23:
Evening/night spider:
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I didn't find a fish afternoon/evening but could have gone too fast.
IMAGICAT