We see Mom taking care of the chicks from the beginning (when she is in labor laying the second egg) through 1:23 in the film. Off-camera she fights the intruder (S2) and then disappears (probably mortally wounded). After 1:23 we see Dad caring for the chicks by himself. S2, perhaps thinking the prey is a courting gift from Dad, keeps stealing the food. The smallest chick dies of hunger. Finally, S2 learns to feed and brood the chicks. They thrive and eventually fledge.
Wonderful video Beans. Was that S2 who entered the nestbox at 19 sec. and left at 37 sec? That e-chupping sound is so familiar. Thanks for all your videos.
it was so sad at 1:50 to see the chick trying to warm up the other one
IKnowAliensROutThere 3 years ago
this is just way to beautiful! I watched all the vids, beautifully done, I loved it!
abbbys 4 years ago
Utterly, perfectly, touchingly gorgeous.
JimmyJoeLard 4 years ago
We see Mom taking care of the chicks from the beginning (when she is in labor laying the second egg) through 1:23 in the film. Off-camera she fights the intruder (S2) and then disappears (probably mortally wounded). After 1:23 we see Dad caring for the chicks by himself. S2, perhaps thinking the prey is a courting gift from Dad, keeps stealing the food. The smallest chick dies of hunger. Finally, S2 learns to feed and brood the chicks. They thrive and eventually fledge.
MyWildlifeVideos 4 years ago
Thanks Beans.
Karen4343 4 years ago
Wonderful video Beans. Was that S2 who entered the nestbox at 19 sec. and left at 37 sec? That e-chupping sound is so familiar. Thanks for all your videos.
Karen4343 4 years ago
Love that final view of the two of them flying off together. Thank you for all of these.
peregrine11 4 years ago
Beautifully done Beans. A sweet memory of dear little Beansy
eiguoc 4 years ago
Thanks Beans!
ianaha 4 years ago