Yesterday two of the owlets flew to the nearby river bank and then to the perch outside the box. This was their first flight. Tonight the third chick joined them.
Thursday 21 July 2011
July 21st 2011
Yesterday two of the owlets flew to the nearby river bank and then to the perch outside the box. This was their first flight. Tonight the third chick joined them.
Friday 8 July 2011
July 8th 2011
The chicks have grown so fast this past week. The eldest is eight weeks old tomorrow!
They are like hyperactive children in the box, constantly moving around.
The eldest is capable of clumsy flight now, but pole box chicks are usually more circumspect. In barns, where there are beams to fly to, they often try their luck!
In another week the eldest chick will probably make a short flight and perch on top of the box.
Monday 4 July 2011
July 4th 2011`
The owlets' wing feathers are forming well and last night they appeared at the nest entrance awaiting food. It won't be long before they attempt their first short flights.
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