NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
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Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
215 pm
Bella was incubating when all of a sudden she alerts to something.
Bella exits the nest then a minute later Smitty flies in and takes over
incubating. Not sure if Mom saw an intruder or whether she just wanted
a break.
We have heard owls in the area and there were intruders flying thru their
area recently but no visuals of any visitors today.
Switch from Mom to Dad
Bella Incubating - Alerts - Switch from Mom to Dad - 214 pm - March 10, 2019 - NCTC Bald Eagles
https://youtu.be/2C4MZcLGO4Q
Bella was incubating when all of a sudden she alerts to something.
Bella exits the nest then a minute later Smitty flies in and takes over
incubating. Not sure if Mom saw an intruder or whether she just wanted
a break.
We have heard owls in the area and there were intruders flying thru their
area recently but no visuals of any visitors today.
Switch from Mom to Dad
Bella Incubating - Alerts - Switch from Mom to Dad - 214 pm - March 10, 2019 - NCTC Bald Eagles
https://youtu.be/2C4MZcLGO4Q
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
214 pm
Bella calling for a switch Bella exits the nest Dad takes over
Bella calling for a switch Bella exits the nest Dad takes over
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
425 pm
Mom incubating 627 pm
Dad lands on nest Smitty and Bella Comparison Have a good night y'all
Mom incubating 627 pm
Dad lands on nest Smitty and Bella Comparison Have a good night y'all
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
April 2 2019
Good Evening Friends
I have been on vacation but am back now so wanted to update this thread right away.
Congratulations to Bella and Smitty on the safe arrival of two baby chicks.
Good Evening Friends
I have been on vacation but am back now so wanted to update this thread right away.
Congratulations to Bella and Smitty on the safe arrival of two baby chicks.
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Hatch Dates
Chick #1 - 1235 pm - March 29, 2019
Chick #2 - 730 am - March 31, 2019
Collage - March 31, 2019 - Second Hatch - Welcome #2
Chick #1 - 1235 pm - March 29, 2019
Chick #2 - 730 am - March 31, 2019
Collage - March 31, 2019 - Second Hatch - Welcome #2
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
April 2, 2019
The chicks appear to be doing well despite some sibling rilvary seen on cam.
Bella appears to be a new Mom so it took her a bit of time to catch on that the chicks need to be fed frequently.
This is also Smitty and Bella's first season together so lots of interesting "firsts" at this nest.
Here are a few captures of the sweet letts
The chicks appear to be doing well despite some sibling rilvary seen on cam.
Bella appears to be a new Mom so it took her a bit of time to catch on that the chicks need to be fed frequently.
This is also Smitty and Bella's first season together so lots of interesting "firsts" at this nest.
Here are a few captures of the sweet letts
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Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Hi Debs, just there to say hello and bravo to this new team, Bella and Smitty and also a big welcome to #1 and #2
Take care all of you, this nest deserves it so well
Take care all of you, this nest deserves it so well
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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
RIP 2017 to 2023-2024
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
April 4 2019
Good Afternoon NCTC and Philjo
Thanks for dropping in always good to see you
The chicks are growing leaps and bounds.
Chick #1 sometimes bonks down the younger chick, normal when the chicks are competing for food.
We think Bella is a new Mom so she is going thru a learning curve too and today we saw some calmer feedings likely because there is more food.
Smitty delivered a nice sized partially eaten fish earlier so the kids had a nice feeding of fish.
The last feeding looked like it may have been leftover duck from yesterday.
Here are a few captures Chick #1 has a nice crop Chick #1 has moved away from the egg cup and over to the crib rails ... she is a big girl now.
Good Afternoon NCTC and Philjo
Thanks for dropping in always good to see you
The chicks are growing leaps and bounds.
Chick #1 sometimes bonks down the younger chick, normal when the chicks are competing for food.
We think Bella is a new Mom so she is going thru a learning curve too and today we saw some calmer feedings likely because there is more food.
Smitty delivered a nice sized partially eaten fish earlier so the kids had a nice feeding of fish.
The last feeding looked like it may have been leftover duck from yesterday.
Here are a few captures Chick #1 has a nice crop Chick #1 has moved away from the egg cup and over to the crib rails ... she is a big girl now.
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Chick #2 had his right eye closed earlier during a feeding so hopefully it's eye is not injured; we will keep an eye on that.
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Nice calm feeding earlier today
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Tandem Feeding - Bella & Smitty Together Feed the Chicks - April 2, 2019 - NCTC Bald Eagle Nest
https://youtu.be/nBH7TRS3AXc
Nice Feeding for Both Chicks - 940 am - NCTC Bald Eagles - April 2, 2019
https://youtu.be/RmQrgpVKBUA
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
April 7, 2019
Morning NCTC Friends
A heartbreaking loss at the NCTC nest this morning; one of the baby eaglets has passed away possibly due to trauma although we do not know the cause for sure. Things were going well at this nest so the loss is especially sad.
Yesterday the two chicks explored the nest for the very first time ... they moved up to the rails and enjoyed two feedings at the side of the nest. Food was plentiful and the chicks were adventurous and active everything looked great last night.
This morning we woke up to one of the chicks laying lifeless at the top of the nest by the fish pantry! So unexpected and a shock for all of us that follow this sweet eagle family
Soar High and Soar Forever Free Lil One
Here are two videos that i did yesterday of the eaglets when they were exploring the nest bowl for the very first time.
Sweet Baby Eaglets - Earn Explorer Badge - 1 Week Milestone - NCTC Bald Eagles - April 6, 2019
https://youtu.be/w4jyfJ0qcKM
Big & Lil One - Sweet Eaglets - Best Friends - NCTC Bald Eagles - April 6 2019
https://youtu.be/waJLw7Bwras
Morning NCTC Friends
A heartbreaking loss at the NCTC nest this morning; one of the baby eaglets has passed away possibly due to trauma although we do not know the cause for sure. Things were going well at this nest so the loss is especially sad.
Yesterday the two chicks explored the nest for the very first time ... they moved up to the rails and enjoyed two feedings at the side of the nest. Food was plentiful and the chicks were adventurous and active everything looked great last night.
This morning we woke up to one of the chicks laying lifeless at the top of the nest by the fish pantry! So unexpected and a shock for all of us that follow this sweet eagle family
Soar High and Soar Forever Free Lil One
Here are two videos that i did yesterday of the eaglets when they were exploring the nest bowl for the very first time.
Sweet Baby Eaglets - Earn Explorer Badge - 1 Week Milestone - NCTC Bald Eagles - April 6, 2019
https://youtu.be/w4jyfJ0qcKM
Big & Lil One - Sweet Eaglets - Best Friends - NCTC Bald Eagles - April 6 2019
https://youtu.be/waJLw7Bwras
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Oh, Debs, I'm so sorry to hear the news. My sympathy to all who are following this eagle family.
Fly free, little one.
Fly free, little one.
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Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Judyb thanks so much ... it was quite the shock this morning; both chicks were doing so well
We think the chick might have been stepped on ... as it was located outside the egg cup ... up near the fish pantry.
We think the chick might have been stepped on ... as it was located outside the egg cup ... up near the fish pantry.
Re: NCTC Bald Eagles - Shepherdstown, West Virginia, 2018-2019
Sweet Baby Eaglets - From Joy to Heartbreak - Loss of One Eaglett - NCTC Bald Eagles - April 7, 2019
https://youtu.be/w4jyfJ0qcKM