E15 and E16 were kept occupied by Dad as Mom was off on a mini-vacation. E15 has been exploring the pasture and beyond. E16 has been comfortable staying at the home front waiting for a meal to be delivered. At this point in an Eaglet’s life, Moms are usually ready for them to move on. Mom may be in the detaching process as her job raising her family is mostly done. Dad continues to feed and look out for the youngsters. M15 has been stellar providing for E15 and E16 while Harriet relaxed in a shady spot out of sight. M15, E15, and E16 might have known her whereabouts all along since M15 never seemed to be concerned. A few days later, E15 flew to meet up with Mom. E15 returned to the nest right behind Mom as she flew to her favorite treetop perch. E16 was excited to see Mom and spent a long while chattering away to her. Harriet may have reappeared to give her grown young Eagles a gentle reminder that it is time for flying.
E15 is more of a discoverer traveling to new places, missing some landings in the West pasture trees, but getting right back to flying. E15 enjoyed the panorama from the treetop perch in Mom’s absence launching there with ease. A new experience for E15 was spending the overnight atop the camera 2 tree. E16 seems to be more focused and sure-footed in short flights around the nest tree with perfect landings. E16 hovers above the nest in the wind with great control. The timing to make that first giant leap is for E16 to decide. A miss-step or one little slip may get E16 going off the easy branches and into the air.
E15 and E16 have accomplished many milestones in preparation for their future. They are still gathering more knowledge and sharpening their skills. They will remain in the area for a while working on all they have learned. Harriet and M15 have encouraged them in their development along the way. They are inquisitive, energetic, and eager young Eagles with a penchant for adventure. One day that spark to roam will urge them to take to the skies to discover the wonders of Eagle life on their own. Nest Notes by dadsjazz
Weekly Video Highlights
Ground Video by wskrsnwings
- Branch & Wing “Wars” & E15’s Well Planned Flight 06-22-20 https://youtu.be/mazRE7ixMt0
- Missteps & Deliberate Steps – A Trip Below The Nest & Flights In The Pasture 06-23-20 https://youtu.be/Mad7OfKk8QI
- Honing Survival Skills & Two Early Flights For E15 06-24-20 https://youtu.be/bNbUy2C6ZC4
- E15 Explores West Pasture & Cam 2 Tree, Watches Dad From Front Snag 06-25-20 https://youtu.be/z1SMSHC8BR4
- Survival Training Lessons From Dad (Soft & Tough Love) 06-26-20 https://youtu.be/lI9pTG-X6l4
- Morning Maneuvers By E15 On The Snags ~ Early Breakfast-E16 With Great Steal 06-28-20 https://youtu.be/4HEyBFibqHg
- Mom’s Home With The E’s~Short Flights & A Breakfast Well Eaten 06-29-20 https://youtu.be/Kx2hS273iqw
Video by JCsEagleCottage
- Monday 6/22/2020~SWFL Eagles.. E15 ready for it.. 😊 https://youtu.be/AVAndcfyIuw
- Tuesday 6/23/2020~SWFL Eagles.. Taking care of yourself.. https://youtu.be/Cjn8hP2NdBI
- Tuesday 6/23/2020~SWFL Eagles.. Dynamic Duo.. 🦅🦅 https://youtu.be/Q0QGFs53Yvs
- Wed 6/24/2020~SWFL Eagles.. E16 hopping branches and up close to the cam.. 😊 https://youtu.be/-4bDGExUsRE
- Wed 6/24/2020~SWFL Eagles.. E16 showing off his/her impressive wings…! 😊 https://youtu.be/Qrtfdcs9iLo
Video by Lady Hawk
- SWFL Eagles ~ E16 Cute Selfies & Head Tilts! Discovers Cam Strap! E15 Spends Night In Treetop 6.22.20 https://youtu.be/Btlu80JmvAg
- SWFL Eagles ~ E15 Takes Flight & Soars The Pasture! E16 Hangs Out On The Attic! 6.23.20 https://youtu.be/3CsAVGekiuA
- SWFL Eagles ~ E16 Getting Ready!! Great Hovers & Trip Up The Trunk Extension Today! 6.24.20 https://youtu.be/2XrLJLRadq8
- SWFL Eagles ~E15 & E16 Stunning Double Heraldic Poses On The Attic! 💕💕 6.24.20 https://youtu.be/dOlaV2d9mwI
- SWFL Eagles ~ The Adventures Of E15 💕 Soaring The Pasture, Photo-bombing & Perching On Snag 6.25.20 https://youtu.be/HNbAb8Wkh0U
- SWFL Eagles ~ Sibling Love & Togetherness! 💕 💕 E15’s Beautiful Sunrise Flight Over Pasture! 2.26.20 (actual footage date is 6.23.20) https://youtu.be/yLeBQEWhey0
- SWFL Eagles ~ Tender Moments With Dad! M15 Spends The Night With His Babies! 💕 6.26.20 https://youtu.be/8MNe8jytBiw
- SWFL Eagles ~ M15 Delivers A Fish! E16 Shows Clever Moves To Try & Steal It From E15! 6.28.20 https://youtu.be/W3t6wmA3y0M
- SWFL Eagles ~ Harriet Returns To The Nest Tree! STUNNING Sunset Welcomes Her Home! 💕💕 6.28.20 https://youtu.be/diJJVWabuiM