@ Karen and all, not to keen ending up in a avairy at a centre. For one she is a wild bird with an inbuilt fear of man, and it appears of late to be with good reason. She needs handling and manning everyday by some one who understands Peregrines inside out, Plus I believe now 100% she will have some abilty to fly free, and if this is the case, I for one would like her to have her freedom if only for a short period each day.Plus the more she users her wing the more movement it will keep and help to keep arthritis in future years. At the moment she is bright eyed in good health and I guess as comforable as can be expected, as i am writing she is enjoying a bath. She travels well in my van which is fitted out to carry falcons, as she spends as much time as possible with me. So I guess she could visit places of education and let children and adults see one in the flesh and up close up. But all this is way in the future, my first goal is to get her flying free. She at the very least deserves a chance to fly free with air under her wings and the breeze in her face. On another note it might be known to a few I breed peregrines. When I registered 010 as myself as her keeper I decided that she could not be used for any commericial gain like breeding from her or making any money from her in any way. I do hope that in the future many of her admirers can see her, for she is very special. The only thing in my eyes that hangs over her, and i don't think there is a problem is the shot in her gut, if she gets all clear at the vets on monday. She has a future :)
Thanks for the update, Colin. As you can tell, we "Friends of Derby Peregrines" are just total news junkies, desperate for news of Oh-ten and desperate for her to get well. You are right to remind us to take it a day at a time and lets see what Monday brings first (with fingers firmly crossed). What a week for me, this on Monday and my exam results due on Tuesday - I'll be a nervous wreck at this rate. Oh-ten is certainly getting your attention - either sitting on your wrist as you try to type or splashing about in the bath. Hope all of the rest of our feathered friends are doing well - I don't think I could take many more scares! Big Love to all of you and thanks for all you're doing.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your results, just want a bit of good news from the Vet monday.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Colin. I'm studying law - am way too old to do it for a career now but would like one day to use it to help wildlife and the environment. I love all wildlife but I'm especially passionate about badgers and heaven knows, they have a rough time both from criminal persecutors and farmers (bovine TB issues). I've seen pictures of badger persecution, hence my emotional involvement. It really is unspeakably vile what some people do for kicks. I'm only in year one and just have to pass - but I'm not complacent. There'll be the opportunity to resit but I'd rather not have to do that - feel like vegging out for the summer.
ReplyDeleteI don't quite know how the Derby peregrines took me over, probably the way the project makes everyone (well almost everyone) welcome. I sure do hope that the tests on 010 on Monday are OK. Has the shot passed out of her? Is it "just" a question of finding out how much lead was ingested while the shot was passing through?
Have a great weekend and all the very Best of British for Monday.
Thanks, Colin, you are a hero for helping 010.
ReplyDeleteKaren Anne (not Karen who seems to be someone different.)
Colin, I am emailing the Nicks, whose email addresses I have. I just ran across an article about a treatment for birds who have lead poisoning. I cannot tell if it would help 010 if she is in this situation, because I don't know how long the ingested lead pellet gives off lead, etc., but I wanted all three of you to know about this. Probably the vet already knows it, I guess. It is something called chelation therapy. I read about it in an article about two condors being treated, one survived and one did not.
ReplyDeleteKaren Anne and all the vet did mention treatment if there high levels of lead were found in her blood. It can be quite invasive on the falcons system and can cause weight loss. But this could be an option, an X-ray will be taken Monday again, and the vet will decide if any further treatment will be required. I think its great all the help and support the Derby blog peregrine followers go to for number 010 and the project. Hopefully some time latter today Jon Salloway will post a little on his blog about 010 which will interest of those following her progress.
ReplyDeleteWhat is the url of Jon's blog? Thanks.
ReplyDeletehttp://derby-peregrines.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteNot sure if he has had chance to add it yet but soon.
Thanks, Colin. Any news from the vet's?
ReplyDeleteLooks OK far as the lead/metal shot/fragment is concerned.The vet was impressed with the work on her right wing. The range of movement was good and she had control. Its just that it presents its self at a different angle when open to the other wing which functions normally. This is where the problem lies as they do not work as a true pair, it also effects the way the air flows over the wing causing problems with lift and turbulance. I hope to see over the next several weeks if she can adapt and control the wings to give her some flight. The vet wants to see her in 3 weeks to see what headway she has made.
ReplyDeleteHis main concern is for her long term care.
That's great news about the lead.
ReplyDeleteI know her long term care would require a lot of your time. There are also vet bills to consider. I am sure the peregrine fans would be glad to contribute to her expenses, if we know how to do that.
She has been weathered since coming back from the vets, On a block bare headed. She coped well, after in previous days, signs showed that being low down bothered her. She pannicked a bit when I went to pick her up I guess being grabbed and throughly examined at the vets made her a little wary. She was prepaired to work a little for her meal and jumped about a yard to the fist several times opening and using her wings for her rations. Since her meal she has remained on my fist, we have walked up to Jons and back all of which she takes in her stride, and for the last few hours watched tv at the moment shes fixed on mars attacks. She also spent the night preening
ReplyDeleteand no doubt sorted out the ruffled feathers after her examination at the vets. At the moment her favorite place seems on my fist, I don't think its my company just that she seems more comfortable higher of the ground. In fact she has tucked her head into her wing and sleeping 23.55pm. I like to think she trusts me. I will try by best to keep up to date with her progress. If anything I write is unclear or not understood feel free to ask and I will try to explain better. On another note though she is here and I look after her wefare, the 2 Nicks and Tony from the project all ask after her and offer their support and always at the end of a phone at anytime if needed, which is much appreciated. And of course the wife and family who live with me and share our house with number 010.
Karen Anne thank you very much for your offer of support, at the moment there is no costs. I buy food in bulk to feed the other falcons so an extra beak to feed is OK. She is very special and if things work out for her, it be easy to have a special relationship with such a wonderful falcon.
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting a picture of Oh-ten's x-ray it shows clearly the position of the shoulder bone, and the shot, has the shot moved position since the last x-ray?
ReplyDeleteColin I just knew things would work out I am sure you will continue to build a rewarding relationship with 010. If you are into names and I understand if you are not. I would like to suggest "Hope"
ReplyDeleteMay I come and see her when I am in Derby at the end of September if she is still with you that is. I would really love to see her as I never have been anywhere near one. If there is anything we can do to help support her financially please do not hesitate to let us know.
Jon's blog updated http://derby-peregrines.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeleteThe pretty one is number 010, just to make it clear :)
ReplyDeleteWith regards to a comment that you posted on the Derby blog Colin, If the decision you come to is that you become 010's long term carer I for one would be more than happy to be your 'speaker' I work as a customer service advisor and have for many years now, I love speaking with people and especially children, It is certainly something I would be willing to help you with if you do decide to commit to her future. We are only 50 minutes drive away down the A50 in Stoke. (If you want my e-mail address i will gladly forward it to yourself) I continue to wish you all the very best, and of course support you in any decision that you finally come to. :)
ReplyDelete010 flew in her fashion a few mis judged landings which included my head and shoulder, but she lifted of the block and made 15 yards or so to her split rations, which she ate on the fist. Really pleased ,with her effort. I suppose over the next few weeks we will see if there is any further improvement.
ReplyDeleteOver the moon, 010 flew several times to the fist from a post a good 25 yards no landing mishaps, better than I anticpated.
ReplyDeleteWow, that's great, Colin.
ReplyDeleteColin, with 010 not able to survive in the wild, but able to fly a good distance, is it possible that she could get "lost"? Or will she return to you automatically after awhile?
ReplyDeleteExcellent news thanks for the update. I was in my back garden yesterday approx 19:00 hrs and heard a juvenile peregrine call as if it was crying out to an adult bird to feed it. Colin, did you hear it? My son was with me who also heard it, so I wasn't going mad! Couldn't see anything in the sky.
ReplyDeleteFalcons can get lost, but when I feel its safe to take the creance off (the long line she is at the moment attached)she will be fitted with a transmitter. So if she lands unsighted or gets lost or wander's off. I will be able to locate her with my telemetry reciever.Its doubtful she could get to far, but who knows at the rate she is going what ability of flight she will end up with.
ReplyDeleteJon I have often seen the Cathedral peregrines
ReplyDeleteover where we live. Never heard the calls of a youngster. I would have been out with 010 around then flying her at Derby Rugby club. I have at present gave her the name Cathy it helps to call her something when calling her off.
Cathy sounds much better than No 10 and its easier to shout. Did you choose Cathy as she's from the cathedral?
ReplyDeleteOne other question,what range can you get out of the telemetry setup?
Cathy as she is indeed from the Cathedral the first name that came into my tiny little mind.
ReplyDeleteMuch depends on the lay of the land, if the falcon is flying sitting high up or if its grounded. In line of sight They say about 30 miles. But could be less than a mile if on the floor at the bottom of a valley.
Well after this evenings performance, pretty impressive. I phoned the vet to she is flying
ReplyDeleteand doing well I could not wait for 3 weeks.
I also told him I would keep her. As I like her and she puts up with me (similar to the wife) had a good day all round Cathy was the icing on the cake. I real enjoyed watching her fly it gave me a buzz. I will take her back to the vets in 3 weeks even if its just to show her off.
Colin, it's wonderful to hear the progress you are making with Cathy, she is indeed a very special bird. You are working wonders with her and I'm glad you've decided to keep her, I am quite sure you will have a very special relationship. It sounds like she is starting to really trust you, that in itself must be very exciting. I would have phoned the vet too! I can completely understand the buzz you got when she flew! I would like to come and see her if that it at all possible could you let me know? I don't know how to swap emails on here without making it public??
ReplyDeleteI have some spare time tomorrow and could come to Derby. Wayne has my email so maybe we could arrange something with him?
Keep up the good work she will reward you in many ways.
Phoebe
Hi Colin
ReplyDeleteAlong with so many others, I'm anxiously following events - glad all OK so far and thank you and your family for all you are doing. (Personally, I think your wife's sooooooo lucky to be married to a falconer but maybe it's not always so glamorous, so well done her) I'm really concerned who is bearing the burden of vet's bills, it would be so unfair if it's you. If it's appropriate, could you ask the project to put something on the main site.
Finally, on a personal note - I passed those exams but I must do better next year ( out of 3 subjects, I got a first, a 2.2 and a third - a real mixed bag!) I'll work harder next time - or is that just what everybody always says??
See the latest video of Cathy on my blog.
ReplyDeletehttp://derby-peregrines.blogspot.com/
She was fed on the lure this evening, and will be for the next few days in readiness for the next stage.
ReplyDeleteHi Colin
ReplyDeleteThanks for answering the question about the name on the Derby site. I agree entirely that you need a proper name to call out - and as it happens, I think it's a lovely name because it was my mother's. She died on Christmas Day 2006 and I still think of her every day and miss her. I know you chose it for other reasons, but it stil means a lot to me. However, I think only the person who flies 010 has the right to use that special name.
You seem to be making steady progress with her - it's brilliant. What a team you two are, well done both.
Hi Colin and all
ReplyDeleteIt's all a bit "quiet on the western front" just now as all the high profile stuff is over plus the Cathedral IT is down, but just wanted you to know still thinking about you and hoping all going on well, especially with 010. I don't suppose she's too keen on flying in this spell of horrible weather we have at the moment? (as I type, there's a thunderstorm raging away here in Bucks)
hi coilin how high is cathy coming in at on the lure, is she flying higher now,and is it at a good speed, great if she is. You mentioned the next part of her training what will it be cheers simon.
ReplyDeleteHello Cathy is fine, she now knows what the lure is fed of it several times and even took it from the pole. Making the height was a bit of an issue, but she did manage to get to about 12 feet or so. It my eldest sons engagement party tonight, once this is out the way she will be fitted for telemtry and off with the creance, without the line this should help her. When she has been taking her ration of the lure and finished eating, she looks for me waddles over and looks for her perching place on my fist :).
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like great news colin. Make sure you have a good drink at your son's engagement and tell him congratulations, you deserve a good drink after the great work you've put in with cathy. keep us posted nice to have pictures or video to see her maiden flight without the creance on, all the best simon
ReplyDeleteThat's great, Colin.
ReplyDeleteI am an ignoramus at reading x-rays, so it took me awhile to see what was wrong with her wing. Holy cow, it is not even in the ball and socket joint, is it? I am amazed, and how courageous she is to be doing so well.
Hi Colin
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to your son and all on his engagement. Glad to hear all still going on well with 010. Thank you for all you are doing and have done. I know you answered a query about general expenses earlier but can I ask who is paying for the vet. It worries me that you are probably being burdened with that.
Hi, Colin,
ReplyDeleteHow is Cathy doing? Any new news from the vet about the lead problem, or is she, cross fingers, considered safe from that now?