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F leaves nest tree/ M follows Feb 13
Since the weather has been warm, Jackie has spent a little more time off the nest which also gives Shadow a little more egg time. They have been protecting the nest well and the eggs are covered consistently. Fiona, the night time squirrel visitor, who has been insistent on her nest visits, has been getting a few wing slaps from an observant Jackie. Shadow has been bringing in at least one fish gift daily for Jackie… yesterday he brought both lunch and dinner for his queen!
Two days ago, Shadow began Daddy duty early by bringing in a stick in his beak. After spending time on the eggs, his next delivery was a big pile of dried grass. He took a beakful and dropped it on top of Jackie's head as she was softly whining. Shadow seems to enjoy placing his fish gifts and other deliveries as close to Jackie's head as possible… or right on top of her!
Jackie has different tactics. She slowly inches her way in beside Shadow and gives a beak kiss along with some little feathered head nibbles. If needed, she will throw in some soft twerpling for good measure and then step closer yet… that usually does the trick!
Shadow was awake extra early yesterday and called out to Jackie. She gave word she was not quite ready and tucked back in for a little more shuteye. They both had a busy day working together to shoo off some vocal ravens. After giving chase, Shadow went fishing for his lady love and when she began to eat, he smoothly slid down on the eggs. Jackie also brought in a long bendable straw reed that she had some fun with. She also designed a nice triangular necklace with it before it became part of the nest.
Once again, Jackie and Shadow have shown their ability to adapt to spontaneous situations that occur that are out of their control. Since the SDS tree fell during the last storm, they are finding sticks elsewhere to continue nest building. Their pairbond remains strong and when away from the nest, they are choosing to spend more time on all their other favorite trees.
We are counting down to Pip Watch which begins March 1st!
BKind22
We can only wait and see what this season will bring.
Hatch in progress and it is starting to snow!!!
INITIAL PIP HAS BEEN CONFIRMED TODAY AT 15:09. THE PIP IS CIRCLED IN THE PICTURE.
Congratulations Jackie and Shadow and the entire eagle family! We’ve been waiting for almost 3 years.
Jackie and Shadow’s previous chick Spirit pipped exactly 3 years ago to the date.
Hatching is a long process. It may take a day or more for the chick to fully emerge from the shell. Meanwhile, we will remain patient and hold the most positive thoughts.
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Change of guard Shadow up/ Jackie on. Great Spirit keep Jackie and Shadow and the eaglets safe and warm.
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