Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018 + 2019
08-04-2022
Video by Arlene Beech
Steve and a mackerel. Hog Island Ospreys. Explore.org 04 August 2022
Steve landed on the nest with a lively mackerel and waited for a while before leaving with it in the direction of Long Cove. View from both cams. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPrALbM0qU8
Video by Arlene Beech
Steve and a mackerel. Hog Island Ospreys. Explore.org 04 August 2022
Steve landed on the nest with a lively mackerel and waited for a while before leaving with it in the direction of Long Cove. View from both cams. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pPrALbM0qU8
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018 + 2019
08-11-2022
Thanks to Regina
The First Fledge ever at the Audubon Boathouse Nest/explore.org 2022 08 11 "Around 13h20" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzNrEn1ESWM
Still Regina on the Chat https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
Regina • 13 hours ago
Due to the cam issues, we can't tell who fledged first. Schooner is 54 days old today, Skipjack 53 days, and Sloop 51 days. It is not necessarily the oldest who fledges first. Moreover, it is hard to tell the next fledge unless two chicks leave the nest at almost the same time or before one has returned from its flight.
Now, exciting weeks are ahead of them: practicing their flying skills, exploring the area, trying to catch fish on their own. We will enjoy their activities for 6 to 7 more weeks until they start their first migration to South America. Dory will be the first, mid- to end of August. Skiff will stay behind, providing the fledglings with fish and protecting them from predators or intruding ospreys. He will leave around the same time as the last fledgling heads south, too.
Thanks to Regina
The First Fledge ever at the Audubon Boathouse Nest/explore.org 2022 08 11 "Around 13h20" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzNrEn1ESWM
Still Regina on the Chat https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
Regina • 13 hours ago
Due to the cam issues, we can't tell who fledged first. Schooner is 54 days old today, Skipjack 53 days, and Sloop 51 days. It is not necessarily the oldest who fledges first. Moreover, it is hard to tell the next fledge unless two chicks leave the nest at almost the same time or before one has returned from its flight.
Now, exciting weeks are ahead of them: practicing their flying skills, exploring the area, trying to catch fish on their own. We will enjoy their activities for 6 to 7 more weeks until they start their first migration to South America. Dory will be the first, mid- to end of August. Skiff will stay behind, providing the fledglings with fish and protecting them from predators or intruding ospreys. He will leave around the same time as the last fledgling heads south, too.
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018 + 2019
Hog island Osprey Nest
08-12-2022
From Regina Hornung
There was a brief visit on HI's nest too, this morning! I think that it was Steve.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLwQb_dXhOg https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
Hog island Osprey Boat House Nest
08-12-2022 around 12h54
From Regina Hornung
Hello, Osprey Friends! Just a few minutes ago, we had another fledge - only one chick on the nest now!
Second Fledge at the Audubon Boathouse Nest/explore.org 2022 08 12
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDNeSsngk68 https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
08-12-2022
From Regina Hornung
There was a brief visit on HI's nest too, this morning! I think that it was Steve.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLwQb_dXhOg https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
Hog island Osprey Boat House Nest
08-12-2022 around 12h54
From Regina Hornung
Hello, Osprey Friends! Just a few minutes ago, we had another fledge - only one chick on the nest now!
Second Fledge at the Audubon Boathouse Nest/explore.org 2022 08 12
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IDNeSsngk68 https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
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- Philjo56France
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018 + 2019
Hog island Osprey Boat House Nest
08-12-2022
From Regina Hornung
We had a situation, early this morning, but it was impossible to determine whether it was a second fledge, just another flight, or Dory leaving after the feeding...
2nd Fledge, another flight, or Dory leaving? - Audubon Boathouse Nest/explore.org 2022 08 12
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWdJ5yutHmo https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
08-12-2022
From Regina Hornung
We had a situation, early this morning, but it was impossible to determine whether it was a second fledge, just another flight, or Dory leaving after the feeding...
2nd Fledge, another flight, or Dory leaving? - Audubon Boathouse Nest/explore.org 2022 08 12
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWdJ5yutHmo https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
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One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018 + 2019
Hog island Osprey Nest
08-17-2022
From Regina Hornung
Steve's Morning Visit - Hog Island Osprey Nest/explore.org 2022 08 17
Steve was on his nest early this morning. A bit agitated. Maybe concerned about all those osprey youngster flying around?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LA1uRQHEBGs https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
08-17-2022
From Regina Hornung
Steve's Morning Visit - Hog Island Osprey Nest/explore.org 2022 08 17
Steve was on his nest early this morning. A bit agitated. Maybe concerned about all those osprey youngster flying around?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LA1uRQHEBGs https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
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- Philjo56France
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018 + 2019
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018 + 2019
12-16-2022
Last news from Audubon
Bailey, Rachel and Steve's beloved daughter , Princess of Hog Island. Long life to you Bailey ❤
She is already 5 yo.
https://www.facebook.com/AudubonCenterforBirdsofPrey/
Last news from Audubon
Bailey, Rachel and Steve's beloved daughter , Princess of Hog Island. Long life to you Bailey ❤
She is already 5 yo.
https://www.facebook.com/AudubonCenterforBirdsofPrey/
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
2023
06-06-2023
Like every day for more than 1 and half month now Steeve is checking his old nest early in the morning
before he used to come with a fish for his female Callie the same as last year. It seems they choose again this season another nest far enought from the GHOs.
Pics from the video
Steve's brief Morning Stopover (both views) - Hog Island Osprey Nest/explore.org 2023 06 06
Regina Hornung
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMf5rPHe0VU&t=8s
06-06-2023
Like every day for more than 1 and half month now Steeve is checking his old nest early in the morning
before he used to come with a fish for his female Callie the same as last year. It seems they choose again this season another nest far enought from the GHOs.
Pics from the video
Steve's brief Morning Stopover (both views) - Hog Island Osprey Nest/explore.org 2023 06 06
Regina Hornung
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yMf5rPHe0VU&t=8s
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
06-11-2023
Steve with a fish for Callie
Steve has a floppy Mackerel for Callie (both views) - Hog Island Osprey Nest/explore.org 2023 06 11
Video by Regina Hornung
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwGyW5eM3T0
Pics from the video
Steve with a fish for Callie
Steve has a floppy Mackerel for Callie (both views) - Hog Island Osprey Nest/explore.org 2023 06 11
Video by Regina Hornung
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iwGyW5eM3T0
Pics from the video
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
07-20-2023
From https://www.facebook.com/AudubonCenterforBirdsofPrey
Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
18 h
·
Permanent Osprey resident Bailey
had her annual exam this week! She was hooded to help keep her calm as she got her heart, feet, and wings checked. She also had a blood test to ensure she continues to be healthy. Everything checked out great and Raptor Care Assistant David noted her steady heartbeat and extremely strong grip strength! Bailey got lots of fish treats after her trip to the Clinic and is back in her exhibit. Come visit her at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey.
From https://www.facebook.com/AudubonCenterforBirdsofPrey
Audubon Center for Birds of Prey
18 h
·
Permanent Osprey resident Bailey
had her annual exam this week! She was hooded to help keep her calm as she got her heart, feet, and wings checked. She also had a blood test to ensure she continues to be healthy. Everything checked out great and Raptor Care Assistant David noted her steady heartbeat and extremely strong grip strength! Bailey got lots of fish treats after her trip to the Clinic and is back in her exhibit. Come visit her at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey.
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
07-24-2023
Audubon Osprey Boat House
Hog Island, Bremen, Maine, USA
around 00h00
At 46 do the young osplet "Skipper" alone in his nest and ready to sleep was killed and brought away by a gho
I'm so sorry for the guys who were following this nest
As i said in my mind, "the Spirit of Rachel was not around to say to Dory to rest near her littlle Skipper " as she knew how dangerous were the GHO in the area...
Now is coming the time for tears as it was the only osplet of the season in this nest...
For sensitive people, do not watch
Audubon Osprey Boat House
Hog Island, Bremen, Maine, USA
around 00h00
At 46 do the young osplet "Skipper" alone in his nest and ready to sleep was killed and brought away by a gho
I'm so sorry for the guys who were following this nest
As i said in my mind, "the Spirit of Rachel was not around to say to Dory to rest near her littlle Skipper " as she knew how dangerous were the GHO in the area...
Now is coming the time for tears as it was the only osplet of the season in this nest...
For sensitive people, do not watch
Last edited by Philjo56France on Tue Aug 15, 2023 1:53 am, edited 4 times in total.
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
07-24-2023
Audubon Osprey Boat House
Hog Island, Bremen, Maine, USA
around 00h00
Now is coming the time for tears as it was the only osplet of the season in this nest...
For sensitive people, do not watch
Empty nest
Audubon Osprey Boat House
Hog Island, Bremen, Maine, USA
around 00h00
Now is coming the time for tears as it was the only osplet of the season in this nest...
For sensitive people, do not watch
Empty nest
Last edited by Philjo56France on Mon Jul 24, 2023 9:54 am, edited 2 times in total.
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
07-24-2023
Audubon Osprey Boat House
Hog Island, Bremen, Maine, USA
around 00h00
Now is coming the time for tears as it was the only osplet of the season in this nest...
REST IN PEACE SKIPPER ! SOAR HIGH and FREELY WITH ALWAYS A FULL CROP
Dory in her empty nest End of the 2023 season
Audubon Osprey Boat House
Hog Island, Bremen, Maine, USA
around 00h00
Now is coming the time for tears as it was the only osplet of the season in this nest...
REST IN PEACE SKIPPER ! SOAR HIGH and FREELY WITH ALWAYS A FULL CROP
Dory in her empty nest End of the 2023 season
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
From https://explore.org/livecams/ospreys/osprey-nest
AudubonCeleste Mod
3 hours ago
Good morning everyone,
As many of you know, Skipper was predated last night Great Horned Owl. A little before 1am, a GHO landed on the nest and attacked Skipper, eventually flying off with him. This is an incredibly sad announcement to make, especially seeing as we were getting so close to Skipper's fledging.
I think this chat is a great space for everyone to lean on one another when things like this happen-- we can all take comfort in knowing what a gorgeous bird Skipper was and what awesome parents Dory and Skiff are. Unfortunately, predation from other birds is a part of an ospreys' life, as many of you saw on the Hog Island Nest in its heyday. Saying this doesn't make it any less devastating, of course.
Thank you to those who have already taken time to memorialize Skipper in words or in photos. I welcome everyone to do the same and to reach out if needed.
Skipper will be missed dearly by us all.
-Celeste <3 In Memory of our Sweet and Precious Skipper I crossed the Rainbow Bridge knowing that I was Loved
6/10/23-7/24/23
AudubonCeleste Mod
3 hours ago
Good morning everyone,
As many of you know, Skipper was predated last night Great Horned Owl. A little before 1am, a GHO landed on the nest and attacked Skipper, eventually flying off with him. This is an incredibly sad announcement to make, especially seeing as we were getting so close to Skipper's fledging.
I think this chat is a great space for everyone to lean on one another when things like this happen-- we can all take comfort in knowing what a gorgeous bird Skipper was and what awesome parents Dory and Skiff are. Unfortunately, predation from other birds is a part of an ospreys' life, as many of you saw on the Hog Island Nest in its heyday. Saying this doesn't make it any less devastating, of course.
Thank you to those who have already taken time to memorialize Skipper in words or in photos. I welcome everyone to do the same and to reach out if needed.
Skipper will be missed dearly by us all.
-Celeste <3 In Memory of our Sweet and Precious Skipper I crossed the Rainbow Bridge knowing that I was Loved
6/10/23-7/24/23
E9: 7 yo / † E14 †
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
One day in the wild is worth a lifetime in a cage. B.Shofstall
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Re: Hog Island ME Osprey Cam 2018-2022
Sad, sad news