Author Archives: Harriett Raptor

“Jesse appears to have left us early,” remarked Harriett.  “I have not seen him for a week.” “Abigail is spending all her time with us at the Taj Mahal.  Sometimes, the very aggressive and strongest juveniles leave their nest early. … Continue reading →

It has been a peaceful weekend at the Taj Mahal. Situated in the North River, 500 yards from the Doctor’s giant nest, where he lives with the Female Homo sapien that keeps him straight, O&H are on duty.     … Continue reading →

“I missed the babies this morning. Questions: Will they return, back and forth, to the nest during the next few weeks? Did you get a glimpse of the “visiting” baby a few days ago? Was that a bit strange for … Continue reading →

The first thing Doctor does each day upon arriving home from work, is check on O & H and family. He winds back his DVR to sunrise and then using 2x, 4x and 16x  fast-forward, he reviews the day.  It … Continue reading →

All birds – from the tiny hummingbird to the giant albatross – have the same basic feather groupings. There are four basic wing shapes and all birds fall into a semblance of one of the four configurations. The size and … Continue reading →

  This morning at 5:56 AM, Jesse sustained himself 1-2 feet above the nest for 10-12 seconds.

“The boys are looking good,” thought the Doctor. David and Jessie appear to be strong and healthy, right on schedule in their development. “Those are healthy looking babies you’ve got,” thought the Doctor. “Thank you Doctor,” Harriett thought back. Harriet seems … Continue reading →

The highest quantities of food are brought to the nest once the nestlings are 40 days old. Ozzie is bringing up to 6 fish to the nest per day.  The first fish this morning is a lizard fish. Look how … Continue reading →

“Get ready for some action,” said the Doctor. For those of you that have been with us for more than a year, you will remember this time last year when Tweedy, a single day from taking flight, was tossed into … Continue reading →

Jesse and David The boys are getting strong Windex your glasses. See them clearly.  Wow, look at the beauty of their primary feathers. Their pure white tips are easy to recognize. You will always be able to recognize a juvenile … Continue reading →