2018 Manhattan Nest Update 7
Washington Square Park, 96th and Lexington, and Inwood Hill Park have hatched.
Not Yet At 350 Central Park West
My hunch that the 350 Central Park West nest had hatched looks to have been premature. My visit today had two visits from the male but no sign of a hatch.
Fifth Avenue Eyasses
Pale Male and Octavia’s nest was very active this afternoon. Two eyasses (nestlings) were visible at one point. A feeding lasted a very, very long time, so there is a chance we have an unseen younger eyass that remains too small to be seen.
I’ve uploaded two videos, a short one that lets you see the two eyasses if you look closely, and a standard lengthy one.
Fifth Avenue Nest
Reports from the hawk bench are there at least two eyasses this year. They saw the oldest briefly in the afternoon, while another eyass was being fed. I hope to be able to capture “baby pictures” this weekend.
350 Central Park West
It was unclear if the nest had hatched yet. The female seemed higher on the nest, but I didn’t witness any feedings. But she did leave the nest unattended for a few minutes. So, I couldn’t tell the status of the nest. I suspect it will become clear in early May.
96th and Lexington Hatched
I’m happy to report that the 96th Street nest has hatched. The fire escape bars kept me from capturing the eyasses, but I could see them moving now and then. It should be easier to see them in a few weeks.
A new nests can easily fail, so it is a great joy that this nest has worked out to at this point. Fledging will be difficult, so the real test will be in six or seven weeks from now.
