The pair showed up on 13th March & were checking out the nest - here's hoping..............
Have posted all I've taken today, unedited, as I'm so excited!!! They both flew off & now Mr Kestrel has returned to nest & sitting, waiting like a spider in the middle of a web! Just going to video him
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Wow, fascinating video Wendy - I'm going to enjoy keeping up with this thread over the coming weeks. I hope he's not as mean as that to all this women!!
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He is a beautiful bird. Just hope he accepts the female soon and without further trouble.
The last few from today...
And, finally, in the quick & heavy snowstorm.....
A WOW sort of day - see what tomorrow brings!
Awesome pictures, Wendy - when can I come and camp in your garden? I promise to behave.
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Thanks Limpy & Bob_r_n - if my Kestrels get their act together & fledge four chicks as in previous years then I am considering having an 'open house' fledging party - bring a bottle & a camera!!!!!!!
Absolutely Fantastic Wendy! Great photos and video! It looked like he didn't know the female, maybe she was a stranger. Sure looked like he was chasing her off! I'm so looking forward to all the updates and following their story. Thank you :)
Unknown said: It'll be a bit crowded in that little cave won't it?
It'll be a bit crowded in that little cave won't it?
Here's the Gay Lothario waiting for takers - hope he's refined his technique!!!........
He's gone off now - probably to get his breakfast - maybe he'll bring it back here to eat & we can get a gory vid!!!!!
Brilliant photos again Wendy, hope he's in a better mood today and that his lady hasn't taken exception ............ I want to see a happy spring outcome ! lol
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WendyBartter said:Here's the Gay Lothario waiting for takers
Lets hope he isn't gay, Wendy, otherwise we may not be holding that party. Perhaps he's just waiting for the right girl to come along.
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