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This is the Mr. of the Mr. and Mrs. Kestrel we had at the Raptor Center. They are beautiful, active birds, but also mischevious and fun ... and very hard to catch up. They loved the walks we would take them on through the wooded areas and bated (tried to fly off the glove) anytime they saw something that looked "delicious" :) When the Raptor Center was closed (lack of funding, of course) some of the birds ended up staying in our homes until a new Center could be established. This young man was my guest for awhile and believe me, when I took him for walks we were the most popular pair in the neighborhood. As much time as we spent with them, they never stopped being wild. Though they tolerated our presence, they longed to be free. None of our birds could be released because they either had injuries that would prevent them from surviving or they were imprinted on humans and could be a danger to humans or to themselves.
Andrea @ From the Sol
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7 comments:
Raptors are so amazing. Mr. Kestrel is a stunner!
Kestrel's are such wonderful birds. Thank you for posting such a great photo of this one.
What a handsome bird. I'm not sure I'd want to do it, but I always find raptor walking so interesting. And it's great to read how they have personality too, since they always look so serious. Hope you're having a wonderful weekend.
I have enormous admiration for people who do raptor rehab, Andrea. I know it is not easy and requires intense commitment and dedication. Thank you on behalf of naturalists everywhere. Hugs - David
Mr. Kestrel is a stunner.
...Andrea, I would long to be free too! Wishing you a Spectacular September!
I didn't see your link on FFO. This is a beautiful raptor. I'm always impressed with your stories of the time you cared for them Thank you for sharing with FFO.
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