E17 and E18 are off on amazing adventures now that E18 took an exceptional first flight from the nest tree. No one would have guessed that a rainy morning would result in E18′s fledging with wet wings and all. In the short time since they took their initial voyages, they are mastering more skills. They are agile and beautiful fliers as they twist, turn, and land with precision.
Each adjusted to being on the ground and flying up and away with little effort.
Fearless E17 and E18′s jaunts carry them throughout the territory to seek new perches and exciting experiences.
E17 and E18 have quickly discovered the delight of the pasture pond. E18 was the first to take the plunge and frolic in the water. E18 is a natural, taking a first refreshing bath and flying to the fence to dry off. E17 was curious but cautious of the water, stayed at the edge, and grabbed for items of interest. M15 dropped food in the pasture for E17 and E18 to practice the beginning of their hunting lessons. They were distracted by all the new sights and surroundings to finish the prey. This time Dad brought it to the nest for them to eat, but the next time Mom, Dad, or another hungry Eagle may take it.
Harriet and M15 have reared strong and competent offspring over their years together. E17 and E18 are among the most accomplished of them and appear to be ahead of their time. Mom and Dad will continue to care for and help them refine their abilities over the coming weeks. E17 and E18 are developing into fantastic fledglings and excellent explorers navigating their passage to majesty. Nest Notes by dadsjazz
Weekly Video Highlights
Ground video by wskrsnwings
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Amazing Hovers By Both E’s ~Breakfast X 2 ~E17’s Flight Dodging Crows 04-19-21 https://youtu.be/h9bBpn_hzHM
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E18 Explores “Upstairs” 3 Times & E17 Flies The Pasture Twice 04-20-21 https://youtu.be/VwHGiuuXH6c
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E18 Fledges To The OCT At 8:52 AM 04-21-21 https://youtu.be/ibrmMczK-GM
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E18 Returns To The Nest At 9:01 AM After A Flight To Front Snag 04-21-21 https://youtu.be/ulJzPmgJ7g0
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A Great Morning For Fledge, Flights & Drying Out 04-21-21 https://youtu.be/a9wq5AQYKYM
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A Morning Of Escapades: Hide-n-Seek, Tree Climbing & Upside Down 04-22-21 https://youtu.be/ZtxzOW_XNyg
Video by Lady Hawk (captured from SWFEC cameras)
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SWFL Eagles ~ E18 Has A Hissy Fit In The Rain! M Brings In A Waterbird & Both E’s Eat! 4.19.21 https://youtu.be/8YXPiK43YK8
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SWFL Eagle ~E18 Dancing, Flapping & Toe Tapping In The Rain! Wet Wild & Wonderful On Veranda 4.19.21 https://youtu.be/4rK_Kp7Krmg
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SWFL Eagles ~ Dynamic Duo Together On Attic 💕 E18 Puts A Stick On E17’s Back! 💕 😊 4.20.21 https://youtu.be/eSnZxlMTzS4
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SWFL Eagles ~ E18 Reaching New Heights! Up On Outer Limb, Trunk Extension & Upper Branches! 4.20.21 https://youtu.be/CQM4B_I4Qis
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SWFL Eagles ~ E18 FLEDGES!!! Perfect Flight To The Old Cam Tree! 💕 Awesome Return To Nest! 4.21.21 https://youtu.be/iDUizGzXV54
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SWFL Eagles ~ Harriet Delivers A Young Wood Stork! Steals & Tug-O-Leg With Harriet & E18! 4.21.21 https://youtu.be/cYB4_TYYE58
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SWFL Eagles ~ M15 Arrives With A Celebratory Squirrel In Honor Of E18 Fledging! 💕💕 4.21.21 https://youtu.be/SqS_gJ-hYgI
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SWFL Eagles ~ E17 & E18 Flying Around Pasture & OCT! 😊 E18 Seen On Fallen Fig Tree! 4.22.21 https://youtu.be/EgxTg54NTAk
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SWFL Eagles ~ E18’s Awesome Flight Back To Nest Tree! M Brings A Fish & E18 Claims & Eats It 4.22.21 https://youtu.be/pVgXEa8odPo
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SWFL Eagles ~ E17 & E18 Beautiful Flights Over The Pasture! E18 Photo Bombs The Cam! 😊 4.23.21 https://youtu.be/RIw2X8E3AuM
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SWFL Eagles ~ E17 Spooked At Night Jumps Off Nest! A Wind Gust Almost Blows E17 Over! SLOMO 4.24.21 https://youtu.be/R4KjO16SXIM
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SWFL Eagles ~ Beautiful Closeups Of E17 & E18 At 13 weeks Old! Side By Side Comparison! 💕 4.23.21 https://youtu.be/lYgndjJi6YI
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SWFL Eagles ~ E18 Discovers The Pond & Takes FIRST BATH! 😊 E17 Joins Sibling & They Rumble! 4.25.21 https://youtu.be/4UjcUUuwUoo
Header photo Courtesy of SWFEC