Harriet and M15 are working to ready their nest for a new generation of offspring. Time off allowed them to renew themselves and restore energy for their grand endeavor. Harriet stopped by for an occasional visit to her beloved nest and territory throughout the summer months. The nest and tree held fast over the break. As the new Nesting Season approached, Harriet and M15 made more appearances, perched together, added sticks and grasses to the nest and engaged in all their bonding behaviors. M15 delivered a fish gift for Harriet which she graciously ate the next morning. Harriet even brought prey to the nest for her own lunch. Like a beautiful dance, they picked up where they left off and never missed a beat.
Securing the home front is a priority as they warn away unwanted visitors. Harriet and M15 perched in the nest tree overnight and pesky owls buzzed M15 one night then Harriet the very next night. They were caught off guard by the silent flight of the owls who are possibly looking for a nest. Harriet and M15 remain cautious and alert in defense of their nest and territory which they are not about to give up. Situations may change and the landscape may shift but Harriet and M15 will work tirelessly making all the necessary preparations to ensure a successful Season of rearing their young.
Nest Notes by dadsjazz. Photo by Sharon Dunne.
WEEKLY VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS
Ground Video by wskrsnwings
- Morning Visit To The Nest & Yonder Pond In Search Of H & M 08-12-19 http://bit.ly/2KJ7moW
- Harriet & M15 Are Home In The Nest Tree 08-16-19 http://bit.ly/31KPiBU
- Nestorations & Discussions Begin~M Adds Two Sticks 08-20-19 http://bit.ly/31SOmLS
- Harriet & M15~A One Stick Morning & Early Departure 08-25-19 http://bit.ly/2NCadTA
- The Nest Tree Stands Tall & Strong~No Nest Work This AM 09-01-19 http://bit.ly/2Lkpje0
- A Stick & Mutual Vocals Start The Morning For H & M 09-05-19 http://bit.ly/2lyTeWA
- Seven Sticks~Attempted “Mating”~Breakfish From The Pond 09-10-19 http://bit.ly/2lPhPpZ
- They’re Working On The Cams~Harriet Checks Her Nest Tree 09-12-19 http://bit.ly/2lT2V1W
- No Nest Work-H & M Leave Early~The Cams Are In Place 09-13-19 http://bit.ly/2kLyhaD
- A Beautiful Morning To Simply Perch, Preen & Protect The Area 09-17-19 http://bit.ly/2kPi44o
- H & M Patrol Their Territory & The “Snow” Birds Are Returning 09-20-19 http://bit.ly/2kUB2GI
- Harriet & M15 Together In The Nest Tree On The First Day Of Fall 09-23-19 http://bit.ly/2l5G3wc
- Wednesday Morning In The Pasture With Harriet, M15, A Flicker & A Hawk 09-25-19 http://bit.ly/2lyEur7
- Looking For Harriet After Owl Attack ~She Is Now Back & OK~ 09-26-19 http://bit.ly/2lWqQhI
- Beautiful Harriet & Carpenter M15 & A Mix Of Pasture Visitors 09-27-19 http://bit.ly/2mohxan
- The Fish Gift~A Stick~Grasses~Mating & The Hawks Hunt 09-30-19 http://bit.ly/2n1fwBu
- Mixed Signals-H Says No Nest Work~The Hawks Entertain Us 10-03-19 http://bit.ly/2IlyytE
Video by Lady Hawk (captured from SWFEC cameras)
- SWFL Eagles ~ AMAZING CLOSEUPS Of M15! Harriet & M In Nest Tree! https://bit.ly/2kQhof4
- SWFL Eagles ~ M15 Has a WHOPPER CROP! Harriet Joins M w/Greeting Vocals 9.24.19 https://bit.ly/2mJfn50
- SWFL Eagles ~ GHO Knocks Harriet Off Branch!! SLO MO! Multi Cam Views! 9.26.19 https://bit.ly/2m0O3PH
- SWFL Eagles ~ The **Great Horned Owl** Comes Back To The Nest Tonight! 9.26.19 https://bit.ly/2nD5CFR
- SWFL Eagles ~ *LOVE* IS IN THE AIR! Mating Caught on Cam! Harriet Gives M The Foot!! 9.28.19 http://bit.ly/2mQN6tz
- SWFL Eagles ~ Lovable Dad Tests Out The Nest Bowl! Brings Big Stick! Harriet Casts Pellet 9.28.19 http://bit.ly/2mSBoyL
- SWFL Eagles ~ M15’s FISH GIFT for Harriet!! BONDING TWO TIMES! XOXO!! 9.30.19 https://bit.ly/2mG83HL
- SWFL Eagles ~ Mr. & Mrs. Hootie Visit The Nest Again!! Both GHO Hooting! 10.1.19 https://bit.ly/2oX0bCj
- SWFL Eagles ~ Harriet Delivers The Greenery!! Double Bonding Morning & Evening! XOXO 10.1.19 https://bit.ly/2nXIORP
- SWFL Eagles ~ Harriet & M Power Couple! Fish Breakfast, Crib Rail & Bonding! 10.2.19 https://bit.ly/2AGHPbp
- SWFL Eagles ~ Harriet & M15 Chase INTRUDER From Nest Tree! 10.4.19 https://bit.ly/35bEizK
- SWFL Eagles ~ M15 Has A Blast Bathing At The Pond! Harriet Watches Him! 10.5.19 https://bit.ly/31SRE1N
- SWFL Eagles ~ Harriet Gives M the FOOT Again! Bonding Attempt! Morning & Blue Hour Evening 10.5.19 http://bit.ly/2MgltD2
- SWFL Eagles ~ Morning Mating!! Harriet Delivers & Eats Squirrel! 10.6.19 https://bit.ly/2LVR65T