June 24, 2009 - Toronto - Sheraton Centre
Linda Woods Reports:
Today and this evening, definitely two juvenile peregrine falcons continue to stay close to the nest and the surrounding area. Late this afternoon in the shade of the building, two are seen on the the corner roof of 120 Adelaide.
Adults are seen on occassion in the direct area, but are probably tending to the other two who have not been in the direct area for a couple of days. Just waiting for them all to return to the nest ledge for a reunion. Keep your eyes to the sky.
Posted on June 24, 2009 7:43 pm
June 24, 2009 - Toronto - Sheraton Centre
Jan Chudy Reports:
Checking in at 8:40, an adult was on the Sheraton nest ledge, two juveniles were on the west side of the Thompson building, and one was on the NE corner of 390 Bay with food, and was doing a lot of flapping. At 9 a.m. an adult was on the Sheraton nest ledge and a second was on the NE corner of the air handling unit of 120 Adelaide and the three juvies were in the same spot as earlier. At 3:10 p.m. one juvenile was on the east side of the Sheraton roof and an adult was feeding two juveniles on the NW corner of 390 Bay. Between 3:40 and 4:55 two juveniles remained on the east side of the Sherton roof.
Posted on June 24, 2009 5:25 pm
June 22, 2009 - Burlington - Lift Bridge
Mark Nash Reports:
Just one of the many days at the Burlington Lift Bridge with all hands present, (and this day actually had some sun included)! While very organized, there were many eyes to the sky documenting almost every minute of the young peregrines activity. I must say that these little peregrines must be the most photographed stars in southern Ontario!
A small collection of some of the incredible folks that came out to help and stand by their peregrines!
Posted on June 24, 2009 10:57 am
June 02, 2009 - Mississauga - Holcim
CPF Postmaster Reports:
While the St. Lawrence pair have yet again eluded us and concealed the brunt of their activities, we have some good news to report never the less. The identified adult pair have once been successful in producing at least two offspring again this year, and as John and Armando report, the two hatchlings are ready to fly! As reports came in from John from a far while working in the area, Armando was trying to get a ariel photo from above the nesting roof high up atop of the tower. Both report that the activity was far from being still, as two very healthy hatchlings in full juvenile plumage were now being observed flapping their wings on the leading edges of the building high above the activity at the plant.
I have attached a photo to give you an idea as to the nest nest (or should I say the nest roof area) and the upper roof area that Armando needs to get to that would allow him a sneak-peek of the nest. Its a long way down!
To the best of our knowledge, both juvenileshave now since fledged successfuly. Sadly, their sex is unknown, and they were not able to be banded due to their advanced age.
Posted on June 24, 2009 9:42 am
June 06, 2009 - International, National and Local News
Mark Nash Reports:
Hi Mark,
Kariann asked me to send you some of my photos of Majesty. I am a DNR volunteer who has worked with Kariann and monitored the Whittier Building site where your Miriam has been nesting for the last 5 years. It is always so exciting to hear the stories and histories of our Peregrine Falcons. Thanks for all of your help!
Barb
Photos by Barb
Posted on June 24, 2009 3:23 am
June 16, 2009 - London - TD Tower
CPF Postmaster Reports:
While a little late in our reporting due to the huge back log we’re dealing with at this time of year, we have received some sad news from the London area. Hance, a building engeneer has reported finding a dead falcon in one of the rooftop cooling pools from a building top down on Wellington Street. He was kind enough to send us a couple of photos. While we had originally believed that it may have been a peregrine falcon given that it was banded with a Silver USFW band, a closer insoection of the photos, it is obvious that the bird in the photos is not Peregrine falcon, but likly an Amerian Kestrel. It is banded on the right leg…#1523-84675
Posted on June 24, 2009 2:48 am
June 08, 2009 - International, National and Local News
Mark Nash Reports:
Just received some interesting news from Bill and Elizabeth who spotted a Pefa in Wesleyville yesterday equipped with a satellite transmitter. It must be Quest from Rochester N.Y. I just happen to know something about this wayward Pefa, as I was down in Rochester N.Y. just about this time last year deploying this satellite transmitter on this young peregrine with Mike from the New York D.E.C.
Posted on June 24, 2009 2:21 am
June 23, 2009 - Ottawa - Delta Ottawa City Centre
CPF Postmaster Reports:
I arrived downtown about 5:35 this morning. Jorgen arrived a few minutes later. We didn’t see Nihei at first and went around to look for a bit. Then we did see her, still clinging to the window ledge! She seemed to sleep a bit, then look around. Connor flew past her to land on a sensor on the side of Tower C, then back in front of her, but she wouldn’t fly yet. I had to leave, but Jorgen stayed, good thing. After 9am she left the hotel and flew over Queen St. She tried to get on a couple of buildings like the Podium but missed her mark. Her flight was ok, and so was her landing, on the ground. He went to her, gathered her up in a towel and took her back up to the roof of Tower 1 in the box while the others on shift waited below.
Back on the roof, she did little for a long time. She was fed close to 11 by Diana who then went to feed Tailer. He has been a whiz at flying, and seems to really enjoy his wings. He showed us how easy it is for him to land up on the antenna of Tower C!
The adults did more incentive flying, still not working. She beetled from one end to the other once in a while, causing the volunteers to move from location to location, just in case she would suddenly fly. What a game. When we left tonight, she was on the west, south west area of the hotel. We left Anouk still watching, just in case. She was to leave when it got too dark to see. I hope she got home before it was time to get up……..
The morning shift may have to look for Nihei should she decide to try her wings again. She did not seem to want to settle down for the night!
Eve Ticknor
Posted on June 23, 2009 11:02 pm
June 23, 2009 - Burlington - Lift Bridge
Sue McCreadie Reports:
Bill and I arrived at the Lift Bridge around 8:00am this morning. After many miserable cold and rainy days, summer has DEFINITELY come to the Lift Bridge. It was an absolutely glorious day to Falcon watch with lots of sun and a lovely breeze from the lake.
This morning, Bill and Reiner helped Mark Nash pack up and he headed for home. We have now been left to our own devises. Thank you Mark for helping to make our Falcon Watch successful. We always learn so much when you are with us.
Things seem to be progressing nicely. We have witnessed the first lessons in talon touching. Cirrus was doing the teaching as Sir was nowhere to be seen. Truss and Maple are doing really well in the flying and landing department. Many flights were observed today between the two towers and the Hamilton Hydro Tower. Unfortunately, we still have not witnessed any food packages being delivered to the Juvies. I’m hoping that it is taking place early in the morning before our arrival.
We will continue to watch the progress.
Posted on June 23, 2009 9:45 pm
June 23, 2009 - Toronto - Sheraton Centre
Linda Woods Reports:
Late this afternoon, a Quick visit to the upper elevations to restart the camera and check the nest area. Three peregrines are in my line of sight. Two on the nest ledge, Stormin with the blue band, Rhea Mae and one other over on the east side of the Hilton.
Stormin sat there for a while and then approached Rhea Mae sitting on the nest tray. Lots of screaming and head tilting from Stormin, demanding food. Rhea Mae moved away from Stormin and left the ledge from the east side. Stormin was still on the nest ledge when I left.
The other juvenile who appeared larger and unidentified remained on the east side of the Hilton, during my brief visit.
Posted on June 23, 2009 8:31 pm
