Harriet and M15 have been steadfast as they patiently tended to their priceless Eggs over the month. They perform seamless exchanges on nest duty, and the long hours of incubation ready the Eggs for hatching. The process begins a few days earlier as the chick works to score the inside of the Egg. The “pip” or hole appears when the chick pokes through the shell, eventually cracking the Egg and breaking free into the world.
Harriet and M15’s strong bond and commitment allow them to accomplish their goal. Together they protect and defend their territory from intruders and make quick work getting them out of the area. Stealthy owls have made their presence known in the night hours, buzzing M15 as he watches over his family. Both seem annoyed at the owls doing what owls do to protect their family, too. M15 was disturbed by the owl but was unharmed and returned to claim his lookout place above Harriet and the Eggs..
Harriet and M15 preserver through the Seasons as each plays out differently from the last. They forge ahead, determined to succeed in populating the realm of Eagles. The welcomed additions are well on their way as hatching soon begins. They will be a beautiful sight to behold. Nest Notes by dadsjazz
Weekly Video Highlights
Ground Video by wskrsnwings
- The Eggs Stay Warm & Dry Under M15 As Harriet Is On Break & Watchful 01-12-21 https://youtu.be/nixIC4qbzLQ
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H & M Continue Their Dedication For New Offspring As We Remember E14 01-15-21 https://youtu.be/86KjxyGV4wQ
Video by JCsEagleCottage (captures from SWFEC cameras)
- Monday 01/11/2021~SWFL Eagles.. Get ready, get set.. Good night beautiful pair.. 😊 https://youtu.be/EUEuA5Echek
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Tuesday 01/12/2021~SWFL Eagles.. A rainy morning. M-dad taking good care of the eggs.. https://youtu.be/9ksLdE0amsw
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Tuesday 01/12/2021~SWFL Eagles.. M in with nest material twice, and four changes.. SED 😊 https://youtu.be/Qc4N5_sRM1M
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Thursday 01/14/2021~SWFL Eagles.. It looks like somebody has been at the beach. Close up of mom-H..😊 https://youtu.be/wEYnq39MYNM
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Friday 01/15/2021~SWFL Eagles.. Beautiful sunrise, stick & grass delivery.. 😊 https://youtu.be/-7-8U6oFVu8
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Friday 01/15/2021~SWFL Eagles.. A fish for mom and a spa for dad..😊 https://youtu.be/8Z6YTVLZIUA
- Sat 0/16/2021~SWFL Eagles.. Getting close to pip Watch! Windy day change of guard.. https://youtu.be/XUAmFuDKde4
- Sunday 01/17/2021~SWFL Eagles.. Mom needs a break, dad brings grasses to put on top of her.. 😊 https://youtu.be/w5tTIY2eNaE
Video by Lady Hawk (captured from SWFEC cameras)
- SWFL Eagles ~ Another OWL STRIKE On M15! Knocks Off Attic Two Nights In A Row! 1.12.21 https://youtu.be/BQ7zT0S7dd0
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SWFL Eagles ~Papa M Keeping Eggs Warm & Toasty In Rain! Brings LONG String Of Moss Egg Views 1.12.21 https://youtu.be/8rjtYi4C_nA
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SWFL Eagles ~ Night Shifts! M Drops Down To Incubate & Does Not Want To Give Up Egg Duty 💕 1.12.21 https://youtu.be/Hh20iiEOea
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SWFL Eagles ~ An Owl Attacks M15 For The Third Night In A Row! 1.13.21 https://youtu.be/0vv_CZgnrGI
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SWFL Eagles ~ The Owl STRIKES AGAIN! Knocks M15 Off Attic 4th Night In A Row! 1.13.21 https://youtu.be/1KMf8cL-BiA
- SWFL Eagles ~ I’ll Meet You On The Snag! M Puts Grass On Harriet & Sprinkles It All Around 😊 1.15.21 https://youtu.be/MfGNOpC5L1Q
- SWFL Eagles ~ An Owl Hits M Hard & Knocks Off The Attic! M Drops To Nest To Protect Harriet! 1.15.21 https://youtu.be/dLzBtV7cR7A
- SWFL Eagles ~ M15 Delivers A Headless Fish For Harriet! Takes Bath & Drys Wings On Snag! 😊 1.15.21 https://youtu.be/YAs8-jA70q0
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SWFL Eagles ~ Getting Ready!! Harriet Looking & Listening To Eggs! 💕 😊 1.16.21 https://youtu.be/UUwcVN-Q4MU
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SWFL Eagles ~ Waiting For The Grand Entrance Of E17 & E18 💕 Grass On Harriet & Eagle Visitor 1.17.21 https://youtu.be/g0n2PLmFgiI