It's amazing the way they get laid over the course of about 10 days, but they all hatch within a few hours of each other.
It is. I have enjoyed having a look in, just minding their own business, not bothering anybody. I will miss seeing them when it's all over.
Mr Crow is still up in the tree, he flew down really fast on Friday afternoon and actually ran towards us to get some cheese and peanuts. Unfortunately, there was another crow nearby, himself and Mrs both flew off fast to move it along. The don't miss a thing but he got no snack.
When the new ones arrive, I will try and get a picture
It's amazing the way they get laid over the course of about 10 days, but they all hatch within a few hours of each other.
It is. I have enjoyed having a look in, just minding their own business, not bothering anybody. I will miss seeing them when it's all over.
Mr Crow is still up in the tree, he flew down really fast on Friday afternoon and actually ran towards us to get some cheese and peanuts. Unfortunately, there was another crow nearby, himself and Mrs both flew off fast to move it along. The don't miss a thing but he got no snack.
When the new ones arrive, I will try and get a picture
Are their names Russell and Sheryl?
1984: RXS100 (written off) 1985: Another RXS100 1986: RD350LC, FR80 1988: GPZ550, CD175 (Qty 2) 1990: Reliant Robin 1993 - 2023: Nothing with fewer than 4 wheels 2023: RD350LC again, FES125 S-wing
Iv been checking in most days and there is a reasonable progression every time. When you look back to the first couple of days compared to now, it's quite something. Apparently, they don't have a high / long survival rate 😭, it's the amount that helps.
Iv been checking in most days and there is a reasonable progression every time. When you look back to the first couple of days compared to now, it's quite something. Apparently, they don't have a high / long survival rate 😭, it's the amount that helps.
Yup, they are down to 7 (from 9) now, but they all look pretty robust. We call the big one "Bruiser" and he's almost as big as his Mum now. They will be flying the nest soon - maybe early next week, and I'll be sad to see them go.
1984: RXS100 (written off) 1985: Another RXS100 1986: RD350LC, FR80 1988: GPZ550, CD175 (Qty 2) 1990: Reliant Robin 1993 - 2023: Nothing with fewer than 4 wheels 2023: RD350LC again, FES125 S-wing
Three of the Beakers have flown the nest! It might be more by the time you read this. Bruiser was the first to go at 6.05am, then another at 6.36am and the third at 7.27am. I went outside and saw a Great Tit hopping around the tree for a while, before flying (slightly unsteadily) off to a bush where his Mum was calling. Well done Beakers!
1984: RXS100 (written off) 1985: Another RXS100 1986: RD350LC, FR80 1988: GPZ550, CD175 (Qty 2) 1990: Reliant Robin 1993 - 2023: Nothing with fewer than 4 wheels 2023: RD350LC again, FES125 S-wing
Had a look in around 8am, picture was a bit blurry at the time but I could see a reduction in numbers. Looking now, maybe two? Like you said, I think you will miss them, it's been really good seeing all that happened start to almost finish. The two crows were both down yesterday but they are still dealing with the nest. Going by last year, the new birds leave the nest and sit in tress near by which is safer for them. They certainly make a noise a feeding time.
Had a look in around 8am, picture was a bit blurry at the time but I could see a reduction in numbers. Looking now, maybe two? Like you said, I think you will miss them, it's been really good seeing all that happened start to almost finish. The two crows were both down yesterday but they are still dealing with the nest. Going by last year, the new birds leave the nest and sit in tress near by which is safer for them. They certainly make a noise a feeding time.
They have all gone now. I'm having to deal with empty nest syndrome. I hope they are all OK. This is the last 3 going. It's funny that when there were only two left, they still sat on top of each other. So cute. Good luck beaks.
Let us know how the crows babies get on.
1984: RXS100 (written off) 1985: Another RXS100 1986: RD350LC, FR80 1988: GPZ550, CD175 (Qty 2) 1990: Reliant Robin 1993 - 2023: Nothing with fewer than 4 wheels 2023: RD350LC again, FES125 S-wing
Yes, all gone, I got a surprise when I saw the empty nest but I suppose it was to be expected. Glad the majority managed to get away. Perhaps they will stick together for a short time, I keep seeing other little birds following each other for a day or so.
I reckon it will be a couple of weeks before the little crows are out and about with their early feathers.
As it happens, this was one year back, one of the three little ones.
Yes, all gone, I got a surprise when I saw the empty nest but I suppose it was to be expected. Glad the majority managed to get away. Perhaps they will stick together for a short time, I keep seeing other little birds following each other for a day or so.
I reckon it will be a couple of weeks before the little crows are out and about with their early feathers.
As it happens, this was one year back, one of the three little ones.
Aww that is beautiful. I love crows, and the little ones are so cute. If you become a crow bro with the adults, they will teach their offspring to be friends with you too.
Anyway, good luck to all the feathered kids.
1984: RXS100 (written off) 1985: Another RXS100 1986: RD350LC, FR80 1988: GPZ550, CD175 (Qty 2) 1990: Reliant Robin 1993 - 2023: Nothing with fewer than 4 wheels 2023: RD350LC again, FES125 S-wing
I said I would update the crow situation. Unfortunately, there is nothing good to report. About a week back, the male was still popping down quickly and flying back to the nest. Then, he and the female were both together without going back and no small ones. I don't know what happened, perhaps circumstances were not right, the weather had been awful and many a time they were wet through, maybe just too cold and wet, maybe something else. Anyway, they are back to normal now, here's a couple of pictures, hope you like them.
This one was last week sometime when he was rushing back, pretty magnificent
Here's one this week when I gave them a drink, they like it direct from the ground, I have tried a container, they tip it up 😂
The male had his drink and moved aside for Mrs, checked her feathers for whatever at the time.
Then he flew up to an area for shade and sat down with us, Mrs sat on the ground just behind.
Last year's small ones get seen off ready for the new lot, it's how they seem to work but it's a shame now they are not around.
Thanks for the update. It's a shame about the crow babies this year. Nature can be quite heartbreaking, but hopefully Mr. and Mrs. C can extend their family next year.
1984: RXS100 (written off) 1985: Another RXS100 1986: RD350LC, FR80 1988: GPZ550, CD175 (Qty 2) 1990: Reliant Robin 1993 - 2023: Nothing with fewer than 4 wheels 2023: RD350LC again, FES125 S-wing
Thanks for the update. It's a shame about the crow babies this year. Nature can be quite heartbreaking, but hopefully Mr. and Mrs. C can extend their family next year.
It is a shame, felt bad for them after all the effort building the nest and was looking forward to the newbies. At least Mr and Mrs are well. They both had a limp at one point but seem to have recovered. I think it's been all the flying about seeing off everything else in the sky and in trees, very fast.
Look forward to your next nature watch too, it was great 👍