Since 2009, there has been a Red-tailed hawk nest on a window ledge at The Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. A live-feed camera allows thousands of people in the USA and around the world to watch the eggs hatch, and then observe the feeding and care of the young hawks until they fledge in mid June.
Despite losing two mates, T1 and T2, to accidents, the female, Mom, has remained in the area, and there are high hopes that she and her new partner, T3, will nest together in 2015.
Della Micah
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Tribute to the tiercel
Kay Meng has been photographing the Franklin Institute tiercel for four years now since their first season in 2009.
These lovely images will remind us what a cool, remarkable hawk he was.
Magnificent fellow and wonderful Father.
ReplyDeleteA heartbreaking loss.
And a sad mystery.
Hoping the Formel and their babies survive.
Awe. Amen to Dad. Prayers for Mom and babies. :)
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Deletesad to hear about dad. prayers for mom and babies. i'm a little worried about baby #3 and hope he/she thrives.
ReplyDeleteI am heartbroken beyond words. He was such a wonderful dad and hubby. I will truly miss him.
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What is the evidence of his demise that is mentioned on the top page?
ReplyDeleteit's sad to her about it hope mom and babies survive the photoshow is sad.
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