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Singing in the Rain- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 31

The second full day of rain seems to have got the best of E3 and E4. This day started out wet and soggy but turned out to be better allowing Ozzie, Harriet and the E’s to begin drying out. Ozzie delivered a UFO (unidentified food item) and a fresh fish. It is always interesting to see what is on the menu for mealtime. Harriet came to the nest to serve the fish to E3 and E4 since she always appears to want to feed the E’s. E4 is very vocal… Read More »Singing in the Rain- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 31

Variety is the Spice of E Meals- Nest Notes, Videos & Photos for Jan 28

The morning hours were foggy which made hunting and fishing difficult for Ozzie and Harriet. The food deliveries were very diverse today. Some of the meals were UFO’s, unidentified food objects. The lesson for today may have been to eat what is provided. E3 and E4 anticipated coming food and were very excited to see Mom arrive with what looked like road kill. More food deliveries and feeding were enjoyed through the day.  E3 and E4 are entering another stage of growth and seem to be changing minute by minute.… Read More »Variety is the Spice of E Meals- Nest Notes, Videos & Photos for Jan 28

Special Moments- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 27

Harriet and Ozzie have had great success with very fresh fish deliveries.The fish were so fresh that several were still flopping in the nest. Maybe Mom and Dad are teaching E3 and E4 to associate the live prey as the food they will eventually be hunting for themselves. Growing strong and learning is on the E’s schedule for the days ahead. Mom and Dad shared special moments with the E’s today. E3 and E4 had good feedings and were very calm and cooperative during mealtime.  Ozzie drove off a possible… Read More »Special Moments- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 27

Good Vibrations- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 25.

The Eagle Family interactions take interesting twists and turns. There seem to be playful and civil moments between E3 and E4. E4 had a calm feeding time with Mom. Dad accidentally bonked E3 with a stick and E3 immediately went into a submissive position which may have been a first time to see this from E3. The food deliveries and feeding times have been less of a battle. The whole Family has been getting into a good rhythm. E3 and E4 watch Mom and Dad intently. They are very aware… Read More »Good Vibrations- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 25.

Ozzie & Harriet’s Devotion – Nest Notes, Photos & Video for Jan 21

The instinct to survive and further their species is strong in Harriet and Ozzie. They have proven over the years, nesting season after nesting season, dedication to themselves, each other and their offspring. The opportunity to watch their story unfold has been a tremendous learning experience about their lives and their successes. They deal with the everyday realities to provide for their family. Ozzie and Harriet have keen instincts in the preparation of the nest for possible colder weather, adding sticks to the rails to guard the curious E’s and… Read More »Ozzie & Harriet’s Devotion – Nest Notes, Photos & Video for Jan 21

All in the Family- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan. 18

All in the Family Day The day on the Eagle’s nest began with cool crisp morning air as Harriet and Ozzie were busy with their chores. They checked on the E’s, took inventory of the pantry, delivered sticks and moss for the nest and took turns in the hunt for the day’s meals. Fishing has improved and both Ozzie and Harriet had success bringing their catches to their hungry baby E’s. There have been some tense moments between the E’s in their competition for food. Even though E3 has dominated… Read More »All in the Family- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan. 18

Nest Mates- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 13.

SWFEC Daily Summary Monday, January 13, 2014 Nest Mates The warmer weather and the E’s coat of thermal down gives Mom and Dad a break from brooding E3 and E4. The E’s are better able to regulate their body temperatures now. They snuggle together in the overnight and early morning hours while Mom or Dad keep watch nest side or above the nest on the “attic” branch. Both wonderful Parents offer food and shade to their rapidly growing E’s. Most of the day E3 and E4 were free to sleep… Read More »Nest Mates- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 13.

A Peaceful Sunday- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 12.

Harriet and Ozzie shared a few intimate moments this Sunday morning as they continue to strengthen their bond to each other. They also share in their dedication to their young E’s who are growing stronger day by day. Ozzie and Harriet work together to keep up nest renovations as each brought materials today. The “crib” rails are getting a bit higher as the nest bowl is seeming to disappear from E3 and E4 scooting around the nest with their little awkward waddle.  Mom provided shade for the sweet napping E’s… Read More »A Peaceful Sunday- Nest Notes, Photos & Videos for Jan 12.

The Big Little Eaglets- Nest Notes for Jan. 9

The term “growing by leaps and bounds” gets a new meaning regarding the Little E’s. They are eating very well and growing right before our eyes. They are beginning to get their thermal down and their large feet are starting to look funny in comparison to their bodies.  Ozzie and Harriet brought fish and prey to the nest for the numerous feedings of the E’s. Ozzie has been working on the outer rails with his stick deliveries. He knows the Little E’s are scooting all over the nest. Harriet brought… Read More »The Big Little Eaglets- Nest Notes for Jan. 9

E’s at the Smorgasbord- Nest Notes for Jan 7.

Harriet kept the growing little E’s warm and toasty in the cold, windy overnight hours. The sun helped to warm the nest as the day went on but the wind was still cool. This weather didn’t seem to bother E3 and E4 at all. Their day was filled with feeding, sleeping and growing. They are entering week 3 in their growth stage. Their appetite is growing along with them and Mom and Dad have been diligently keeping the food deliveries coming. Mom and Dad both took sweeping flights around the… Read More »E’s at the Smorgasbord- Nest Notes for Jan 7.