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General Discussion : American Kestrels Nesting In a Broken Window

I was surprised on June 17, 2016 to discover a family of American Kestrels nesting in a broken window on the ninth floor of the building I work in (Albany, NY). I was heading to my car today when I heard the chatter of what sounded like hungry fleglings. I looked up and I see a very small falcon swooping into the area. Here's the photo I snapped.

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Submitted by Sarah Schulwitz on Thu, 07/21/2016 - 17:44

Nice! Thanks so much for sharing this!! Did you see Peter's (Providence Raptors) post about the Kestrel in Rhode Island nesting behind a buildings vent? If not, take a look at the post from a few days back entitled "Double-clutching kestrels?" 

We especially love to hear about kestrels nesting in your neck of the woods.....or city! Data shows that kestrels have declined by up to 88% in the northeast US. Keep your eyes out and let us all know when you spot them! Many thanks!

Best wishes,
Sarah 

 

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Submitted by Providence Raptors on Sun, 07/24/2016 - 15:04

Great shot, Pat! Adorable and shows how adaptable Kestrels are in the urban envorinment.

Thanks for the shout-out, Sarah.

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