A couple of Peregrine pics from today.

Managed another couple of shots of Peregrine at the Cheltenham church today, though only 1 adult and 1 juvenile present. According to one of the local residents it seems as if the parents may be trying to encourage the juveniles to leave home and stop bothering them. Would this be standard procedure?

Nice shots , Bob.

I think many birds make the youngsters find their own territory before winter arrives. I know owls do that. I'd guess that any species that you don't normally see in flocks do it.

Lovely photos Bob

Galatas

Nice shots , Bob.

I think many birds make the youngsters find their own territory before winter arrives. I know owls do that. I'd guess that any species that you don't normally see in flocks do it.

Thanks for that Galatas, it cer tainly makes sense. I know that the couple of times that I have been there and a juvenile has come in screeching it's rather loud. Apparently it's been much noisier this last couple of days as there are 4 juveniles to see off - thankfully the locals all  have double glazing, though I believe the majority realise how lucky they are.

doggie

Lovely photos Bob

Thanks Alan, I just need you to tell me how to attract one of these into my garden(-:) and please don't tell me you have one(-:)

Only thing i can think of Bob you can do and that is build yourself a Church in the garden.

I've not even seen one.

Teejay probably has them :- )

Galatas

Teejay probably has them :- )

Wish I did. LOL That's one bird that doesn't visit me.

Cracking photos, Bob.

In my experience Peregrines make up their own rules but, by and large, this is the time of year when juveniles tend to wear out their welcome at home and parents get more assertive about "promoting independence". By late August most Peregrine youngsters will be off on their travels. They may make the occasional return visit but are likely to find the parents less than pleased to see them. There are always exceptions like the amazing Bath "soap opera" this season.