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Post by suep on May 9, 2023 18:20:00 GMT
Great video They will have they own private supply of mealworms, no other birds will be aware 😊 I only hope Ann. Mealworms out but so far they are ignoring them. Obviously they are finding enough food at the moment but if it becomes short then they may make use of this supply up on the fourth floor away from any other eyes/beaks Sue
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Post by Beechnut on May 9, 2023 18:23:32 GMT
So pleased for you Sue - that's a lovely clutch and they seem to be well looked after, with dad really working hard. The chicks look and are, of course, so much smaller than GTs.
Hope all goes well for you.
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Post by suep on May 9, 2023 18:31:33 GMT
So pleased for you Sue - that's a lovely clutch and they seem to be well looked after, with dad really working hard. The chicks look and are, of course, so much smaller than GTs. Hope all goes well for you. Thank you Beechnut, am so thrilled by it all. Keep dreading something going wrong. Sue
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Post by pete11 on May 9, 2023 21:35:36 GMT
Lovely video - you've got good sound, too (despite the lawnmower nearby ) - can really hear the detail of their little calls to each other.
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Post by suep on May 10, 2023 8:32:49 GMT
Lovely video - you've got good sound, too (despite the lawnmower nearby ) - can really hear the detail of their little calls to each other. Yes, unfortunately the microphone picks up all the background noises and gardeners are very inconsiderate . Thanks Pete. Sue
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Post by benn on May 10, 2023 9:28:48 GMT
Lovely to see Sue!
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Post by suep on May 11, 2023 18:20:06 GMT
Ok folks, help needed please. I am saying i can spot 8 chicks - hubby says 7 max ! How many do you think please - getting them to stay still for a head count is impossible . Thank you
Sue
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Post by Ann70 on May 11, 2023 19:26:59 GMT
Hi Sue Don’t they grow quickly I can see 8 I think I counted 8 eggs as well 😊
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Post by WildlifePaul on May 11, 2023 19:38:12 GMT
I see 8 Sue for sure! I am so pleased for you, I honestly am! Enjoy this season you deserve it
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Post by suep on May 11, 2023 20:04:00 GMT
Thanks Ann and Paul. Yes I am sure I can see eight. There were 9 eggs laid but I knew at least one remained unhatched and I thought it was two BUT if there are eight chicks then one must have hatched in the night or the following day. I am more than happy. Sue
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Post by suep on May 11, 2023 20:05:10 GMT
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Post by starling78 on May 12, 2023 6:56:03 GMT
8 for me too, lovely
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Post by suep on May 12, 2023 7:41:30 GMT
Thanks Starling, yes I am now convinced it’s eight. Hopefully as they grow it will become more obvious. Sue
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Post by pete11 on May 12, 2023 11:45:22 GMT
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Post by suep on May 12, 2023 15:03:47 GMT
A-maz-ing, thanks Pete. Sue
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Post by karenupnorth on May 13, 2023 11:18:17 GMT
Wonderful Sue, so glad for you, hope they go onto fledge successfully. Look forward to seeing them grow.
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Post by suep on May 13, 2023 15:19:44 GMT
Thanks Karen, loving every moment. Sue
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Post by suep on May 14, 2023 17:42:46 GMT
Well, each time mum decides the nest need a clean it get quite rough. We’ve had a few nearly out of the nest cup. No gently gently here Sue
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Post by pete11 on May 14, 2023 18:51:17 GMT
Lovely clip! Love the way the Mum is looking so intently at the nest and making decisions on what needs doing.
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Post by sammi on May 14, 2023 19:31:05 GMT
Always makes me smile. The chicks are looking lovely. Certainly a woman on a mission when it comes to housework
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Post by Beechnut on May 15, 2023 10:46:52 GMT
Yes! no Dyson cleaner for her Sue - I love the upside down bit.
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Post by WildlifePaul on May 15, 2023 13:26:25 GMT
Lovely little video Sue, Are you enjoying every moment of being able to see what is happening?
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Post by suep on May 15, 2023 15:43:39 GMT
Lovely little video Sue, Are you enjoying every moment of being able to see what is happening? I so am Paul . Each little moment in the box is so good. Trouble is all the worries come with it - are they getting enough food? - if parents aren’t back quick enough I worry that they’ve been predated - is mum too rough with them? . I am like a mad woman obsessed with and shouting at the screen. Not sure being able to see is good for my heart Absolutely loving it at the same time ❤️ Sue
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Post by suep on May 16, 2023 16:52:32 GMT
Well its day nine for my chicks and although they appear to still all be there , it is looking like the same few are getting the biggest share of the food. There are two that always seem to be buried in the huddle for food. They are still ignoring the mealworms and waxworms on offer, so I guess its just a case of hope and see. Sue
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Post by Ann70 on May 16, 2023 17:36:23 GMT
Lovely to see them doing well I’m sure they will get the mealworms eventually
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