February 15th 2023~ E22 was attempting to self feed on fish when the female Intruder flew in to the attic and was watching the E's alone on the nest. She then drops down to the nest and grabs the leftover fish that M15 had brought in and she starts to eat. E22 who was hungry comes over squeeing to her hoping to get fed but the intruder is not interested in feeding another eagles offspring and she warns, lunges, bites and even kicks E22 who went totally submissive. The intruder does this three times to E22 before it moved away from her. The intruder continued to eat and then E21 heads over attempting to get fed and she also warns and bites at E21 who tries to defend itself and the nest. M15 will see the commotion going on and come flying in quickly to defend the nest and his E's. The intruder lunges at him first - but M15 is fierce and he fights with the intruder on the nest - both eagles stepping all over the E's - E21 getting the worst of the impact. M15 forcibly kicks her off the nest but she does not go far - she lands on a branch right below the nest (seen from cam 3) . Both E's are lying still on the nest pancaked and scared and do not move right away. Thankfully both E's are okay and E22 will get a feeding by M15 after this is over. This female eagle has an injured talon and seems to be interested in the food and not on harming the E's however I want to caution everyone watching that injury to one or both of the E's could happen in the future from fights like this indirectly or directly, they could be knocked off the nest or even taken. The eagle is not a surrogate mother and she will not bring in food or feed Harriet & M15's eaglets. She is interested in her own survival and in getting free food that M15 is bringing into the nest. The intruder is not helping M15 in her actions, in fact, she is causing him to shorten his feedings just at a crucial time when he normally feeds E22 after E21 is fed. He has been interrupted several times in the past few days by having to chase her out of the nest tree. The food M15 is bringing is for the survival of himself and for his offspring and her constant staying in the nest tree trying to steal food is taking it away from the E's at this crucial junction of having only a single parent to feed and protect them. M15 is also not interested in a new mate - his sole focus is on hunting, feeding and protecting his eaglets. Her attempts to inject herself into this family can cause dire consequences at this time, so we hope that M15 can stay safe and not get injured in these fights and be able to evict her from the territory. It is hard for a single parent to accomplish all these things - that is why it takes two eagles to defend, protect, hunt and feed their offspring to bring them to fledge. Our magnificent M15 is doing a great job so far and our hopes are that he will be able to continue to do so. I want M15 safe and the two last eaglets from our beloved Harriet to grow up and fledge successfully and live a long life in her honor! ♥
It's important to take notice that the one that's been staying overnight with him isn't injured. There appears to be two female intruders, one that appears to only have interest in scavenging for scraps, and one who, currently, seems interested in giving M a break in his night watch. They zoomed in one this scavenger's foot before she dropped down to feed and subsequently had this altercation with M. She's the one with the injury. Right before sunset we could see a female perched across from M. There was a clear view of both her feet from the camera angle and her feet were clear of injuries.
Hi Lady Hawk, can't thank you enough for all the information you provide with your videos. I've been waiting for this one and your commentary, which is right on point!!!! Some of us were hoping that she would be a surrogate mom, but you're right, she's a hinderance to the survival of the eaglets. No other eagle is going to replace Harriett. I pray that no harm will come to any of the eagles, that M15 will stay safe and continue to care for the eaglets until they fledge. Thank you again.
Everybody should read your words carefully, Lady Hawk. All the people who insist on romanticizing the intruder’s presence are naive, at best. She is a threat to this family, especially when she goes to the nest. She not only threatens the eaglets and M15 with her aggression in seeking to steal the food, but she is leaving the eaglets with less to eat. There is nothing good about her presence. She needs to leave, period. Thanks for trying to inject some realism into this increasingly dangerous situation.
You are welcome Trax2011 and thank you for taking the time to comment here! There has been a lot of romanticizing this female from the eagle community on social media and elsewhere with little thought to the consequences this intruder is setting in motion by her presence at the nest tree. E22 is not receiving the amount of food it normally eats due to the feedings being cut short and M15's preoccupation with chasing her away. Before she showed up, both E's were getting good feedings and had full crops. E22 waits to eat after E21 is full normally but no longer has that luxury with the intruder here trying to take their food away. When you watch how these adult eagles are stepping with their talons all over the E's in a fierce battle today that should give every single person pause that this female needs to go and let M15 raise the E's on his own which he can do. Also M15 is exhausted from daily battles, hunting, defending and trying to feed both E's. How long can he keep up this pace without injury or exhaustion to himself? He can't be at the nest to protect the E's 24/7. I am trying to help everyone understand what is really happening at the nest now - this is a wild raptor nest and we simply do not know what the outcome will be. Praying and hoping for the best for M15, E21 and E22 ♥♥♥
Thanks so much, Lady Hawk. I'm still not up to steady watching for personal reasons. However, I do try to peek in a couple of times a day. I am also following your updates. I was concerned when when this intruder arrived and have been growing more concerned each day. This is exactly the kind of event I feared.
While I agree that this "intruder" is not ideal for this situation. She had plenty opportunity to actually take a more aggressive position towards the Es and refrained. Does that not amount to something positive to be taken from her? M15 has in fact left the nest multiple times knowing she is in the nest tree, does that not also amount to something positive to be taken from her? It has been stated by someone else in this community that it actually has happened before where a new eagle has actually helped in some capacity at a new nest. I think it is also very premature to cross this female off and wish her out of the nest tree, let alone the area, as she might very well be helping M15 when she is away from the nest by flushing out others just like he is. I realize I am "new" to this whole thing, and have not been watching these eagles as long as probably the majority of people following this channel, but I believe there might very well be good news from this whole situation just as it might very well be bad news as you and LH suggest. Time will tell, and yes.. I guess I'm part of the crowd that wants to see this work out for the best for all of them, including the new female.. because just as suggested by LH.. two parents are better than one, and I'm not convinced she is completely wrong here... yet! Hahaa
@@Anne5440_ Hi Anne you are welcome! This is not the turn of events we had hoped for but when a mate goes missing, it sends a signal to the other eagles in the area and that is what we are seeing right now. We have to hope for the best but also prepare for a not so good outcome as well.
She is very aggressive isnt she? And stealing the babies food. What self respecting eagle does that? I saw her as a threat when she tried to chicknap 22.
I watched this on live cam and all my coworkers were crowded around my desk all cheering M on. The nerve to go down to the nest twice today was unbelievable. Get your own food!
Thank you, Lady Hawk for clearing things up. Some people fell in love with the notion that the intruder was here to help M15 in his time of need. She's a distraction and now a certified threat to our eagle family. I'm just so torn over what's happening in our Eagle communities.
I watched this live today and it was so hard to watch! When she kicked 22 and pecked at him, then 21, I was yelling at my screen M please come home and protect your babies!! After M pushed her out, she came back and did it again, only for M to have to run her off. I saw him perch on the branch after the 2nd incident and he looked so worn out and stressed. This has been such a tough season, praying for a good day tomorrow. 🙏🙏Thank you Lady Hawk for all you do, but I can’t watch it again.
Same here...watched live and was yelling at my screen. She is so much larger than M15 and I'm afraid he's going to get hurt when he is weaker from not as much food and rest as he needs. I was scared when both Eaglets were so still after the fight.
I was yelling at my computer and crying when she few off and the babies were so still! Yesterday I thought she was a God send and would help M-15! I was so wrong!!
This poor eagle family! Good job M15, defending your babies from this intruder! They're under so much stress and pressure; the last thing they need right now is a food thief and possible predator. The nest's survival was precarious enough as it is, but this intruder is a serious threat.
Gosh everyone needs to read your words … they are so true !!!!! People in that group are calling her a step mom-- surrogate mom etc .. and like you say she is an intruder… wanting food and her instinct is to survive !!! Thank you Lady Hawk !!!
This was so scary to watch in real time and I am so worried for the eaglets. M15 is doing a remarkable job protecting them. I hope he can get rid of this intruder though. She's trouble. Thank you for addressing this for us.
Thank you, Lady Hawk.. I've also been waiting for your assessment of this troubling situation. You are always my first and most trusted source of information .! Dear Vicki also...I appreciate your wisdom,knowledge, and the comfort you provide. Will continue to pray!
Wow! Well, this certainly changes everything! She is out for herself and a danger to this nest. Praying for protection and the most benevolent outcome for M15, the E's, and this nest.✨️💖✨️
I noticed the intruder's injury the other night; I can't help but wonder if she could have scuffled with Harriet? This was very intense and stressful to watch and I'm glad M and the Es are okay. As we've seen with Gabby, the intruders will continue to appear regardless on if this girl sticks around. All we can do is hope and pray for M and the Es' safety moving forward.
For all we know, she could've been the one that fought and drove Harriet off, perhaps even injuring Harriet in the process while sustaining some of her own. I was so afraid for the eaglets, I was screaming and hoping E's would stop getting close to her as she scavenged the fish.
@@GavyneJ The timing seems to fit unfortunately. I was so nervous watching her nip at them; I still am nervous about the situation since she's so persistent. I hope the Es stay safe and that M doesn't get injured in the process.
I agree with what Lady Hawk said and I already had the same opinion 3 days ago, I knew the intruder was looking out for number one and not out for romance. I think someone should come out and tranq. her so they could take her in for rehab on that foot.
I’m so glad it was M15 running her off the nest not the opposite as I thought when I watched it live this afternoon. Thank you for your “eagle eye” Lady Hawk and for clarifying that the good guys won.
Incredible footage....thank you so much! Every year the eagles show us more and more of what they're capable of. These eaglets are getting their lessons of survival early . Thank you @Lady Hawk for posting!!
Poor M and the Es. This intruder only wants food and not to be helpful as we all were hoping. Maybe her deformed talon prevents her from feeding herself? Sad situation all around.
Oh Lady Hawk I was so naive I couldn't figure out what she was hanging around for Thank you for straightening this out and I pray that noone especially Harriet's loved ones get hurt. You are so knowledgeable once again thank you🙏
I would have never known all this. Or ever thought all this. This eagle family has really been thru it. And now this. I suppose this female is only taking opportunity for free food. She sees a opening and takes it. I'm so torn about this tragic story. My heart breaks for the torment these eaglettes must go thru. And M15 is doing a super job of taking care of them so far. He must make decisions that leave the eaglettes vulnerable at times. Oh geez I hope all goes well. I have read the description LH and sad but true. I pray that all goes well. 🙏 ♥️
Thank You, Lady Hawk...not only for your amazing videos, but also for you very thorough explanations of what is happening. I sincerely appreciate your knowledge and helping us spectators learn. Blessing to you, DearHeart ♥️🦅♥️🙏
I have to say how proud I am of M15. Females are larger for a reason but a fierce, devoted father won’t cower. One part I noticed earlier and you can see it @ 12:15 on this video is how carefully M15 steps into the nest. As she was being forced out she was trying to take the fish with her. That very easily could have been one of the Eaglets. For all their sake I hope she goes away at least until after this season is over and the Es have successfully fledged! Thank you for another amazing video and information. Be safe M15, E21 & E22 🤎🤍❤
Totally agree with everything you’ve said. I said from the beginning she’s not there to help or be a step-mom. I’m sorry she’s injured and hungry, but M can’t afford to keep her up too! Plus the chicks could be harmed during a scuffle. I have gotten pushback for my stance on this! The survival of this nest is priority. This injured female is huge and has what it takes to survive and will be fine moving on down the road. But then again, there would just be other intruders to take her place. Ty for the video and confirming my thoughts on this situation
🥺💕🌴🐥🐥🦅🚫🦅💕 Thank you very much for this video and update, Lady Hawk. Oh dear, I confess I'm speechless after watching this terrible nightmare. 💔 I'm glad that M fiercely defended and protected his E's and expelled this aggressive female intruder from the nest. 💕💥💕 I fear for what might happen to M and his E's if that eagle keeps coming to the nest. I keep praying fervently for M his babies' safety and well-being. 🙏🙏🐥🐥🦅🙏🙏 May God keep M, E21 and E22 safe and bring our beloved Harriet home safely. ,🙏👑🦅🐥🐥🦅🙏 Take good care of yourself, my dear friend. Stay under divine protection.🌺 💙🙏🤗🥰💕🌴👑🦅🐥💘🐥🦅💕🙏
Well I want to thank LH for putting such an elaborate and helpful description with this female intruder. I think I read that someone said we are naive those of us who feel a new woman in the picture might be good... I have to say I do agree with you... I felt so bad for him that I was hoping this new woman Eagle MIGHT be helpful What the heck was I thanking? After watching the female intruder go after the kiddos... I was in shock being the scenario is so new to me I appreciate the new insight with all of your comments!! And lastly yes agreed M needs to be alone and focusing on the kids just like real relationships that jump into other relationships when theirs have ended Same with wildlife I am learning this season I know watching around my neighborhood that animals were constantly looking up looking around 24/7 but now I can see it firsthand with the eagles as well and must I say life in the wild is a b****!!! I respect M and the kiddos for trying to fight back even more!!!👍
Lady Hawk , Thank You for addressing what I saw the Female Eagle do to E22!! Then E1 later!! She is Not SAFE around the E's!! Hope M15 gets rid of her for good!!
So hard to watch to this happening to them. I just think the female injured her talons cause to hard to hunt then she found this nest to get easy meal. That is my guess . Hope M stay safe and strong.♥
Fearing if she wants this nest and territory she will take it eventually. M is strong but she is persistent. What will become of the E’s, can’t they be rescued? 😔 If this situation turns bad, and she is the new female at this nest, many may not want to watch her in the future.
She looks like a wanderer. M and the desire to cling to the nest coexist with hunger. She doesn't seem to want to harm the chicks in the first place, and when her meal is interrupted by the chicks, she hits them. We don't know if there is hope for this eagle family in the future, but I pray there is.
Thank you Lady Hawk for posting this video and your extremely important information about this (and other) intruder (s). I happened to be watching live when this incident occurred and it was terrifying to witness. I initially thought the intruder was trying to steal E22. When M arrived and both adult eagles were stepping all over the babies I just held my breath. I have been watching this nest for several years and have seen the accidental fledges, the untimely death of E14, the nights when eaglets spent time alone on the ground, and the arial battles to defend the nest but none of that prepared me for this. I have to remind myself this is raw nature...anything can happen. Thank you also to Trax2011 for your comments and Lady Hawks response. Nothing sweet or cute or romantic about this female intruder. M15 was sitting on the attic after this incident and he looked exhausted and a bit ruffled. I hope the cam operators have been able to get some good zooms on M to make sure he (and the eaglets) are all okay after the scuffle. Prayers and strength to M15, E21 & E22.
TYSVM Lady Hawk! wildlife watching is not without its perils and even brutality. we can observe and learn, but must also care for ourselves. it’s natural to wish for ‘happy’ outcomes but life as a BAEA is literally a struggle for survival against all odds. for instance, having a nest alongside a busy parkway! wonderful coverage of a very scary episode.
Excellent summary of the situation Lady Hawk, I follow Osprey nests in the UK and have learned how quickly a nest can be overwhelmed by circumstances out of anyones control..hoping this heroic dad managed to get at least one eaglet to fledging..🤞🤞🤞
Oh dear ! Thank you for your explanation, Lady Hawk. I started from that and some comments before watching this video. That helped me to calm down my emotions (saying that as part truth part to keep a bit of smile). Well, one video before there wasn't any description from you. So yeah, we should expect that fantastic explanation. Myself, yes I was a bit naive thinking human way about new love. Sadly, in extreme circumstances, we can be ... similar to survive. (...) I hope for the best for this nest. 💞
Thank you Lady Hawk for telling the truth and being realistic. I said similar things that this female was not helpful and a problem and they thought I was mean. LOL...no, the eagle is. I pray for M and the babies. May they fledge and be well and may M hold up under so much stress. Praying. Thank you for all you do Lady Hawk!
I hope all you chatters that were Ahhh what a lovely female for M, I truly hope you all understand she's trouble. She was trouble on day one and she's even more trouble now.
Very sad......both E's were so traumatized & remained flat & uninterested in eating with dad. 😭 It has been my worst fear that something like this would happen, but much worse, & it's not over! 😠 Thank God that the E's got through this attack, and that M was able to fight her off. Thank God he was also not injured. 🙏 WORST fears of mine are emerging....seems the female may indeed be interested in M, but as an opportunist, will naturally try to steal food & in the process, may cause harm to the E's if they get in the way.....she didn't go after them until they tried to get fed & then of course stepping all over them while fighting M!!! Thank you for a very detailed description explaining how dire a situation this is. Many have seemed hopeful that her presence was a good thing but as I stated before, this nest is a NO INTRUDER ZONE & she is indeed an INTRUDER, not a visitor & whether or not she may or may not be looking to bond with M, he's is NOT looking for the same with his sole focus on protecting his eaglets & his territory, & providing food to them, nothing else!! I've looked at a few video titles that came out, & I really wish folks would stop with the misleading titles--it sends the wrong message to viewers about what's REALLY unfolding............... "New Female Is Making Progress With Dad" "Dad and New Female Perched Together - Possibly a New Beginning" "Female VISITOR Spends 2nd Night On Nest Tree" "A Story of Hope - Female VISITOR Plans to Stay" She is an intruder & a huge threat & is disrupting M's best efforts to raise his chicks in the absence of Harriet while also causing distress in both him & the eaglets & despite him doing remarkably well in providing & protecting, & as you stated, is hindering his ability to feed them which is an extremely important & obvious measure in their survival!! This distress can also cause them developmental issues should they survive to fledging, & further hinder their overall ability to thrive & survive!! It is just so very upsetting!! M has been amazing through all this - the FIERCE look on his face while fighting off this intruder got to me hard - it was heart-wrenching!!! I think at night, he's so exhausted that he is allowing her to be present.....and since they sleep at night maybe he doesn't see her as a threat during the cover of the night..??? Once he woke up & saw her beside him, he went right back to "flushing her out mode" and also during the day. However, I think it confuses viewers, & these people making these videos with fantasy titles are adding to the speculation that all is cozy & well. I hope today helped open eyes of viewers who have been misled & given false hope......that also makes me very sad. We all want the season to have a happy ending with M successfully raising the eaglets but if he does, it will be him and him alone, that does it!!! Thank you again for putting things into perspective to help the community better understand what is unfolding & how serious this situation is for both the eaglets & for M15. Continuing my prayers for a hedge of protection around M & the E's, & for added strength for M & his ability to continue in his fierce protection of his precious cargo in the nest. 🙏 TY LH -Hugs, Wanda 🤗
Our wonderful Lady Hawk, thank you! I really hope and wish that M15 be able to see his babies fledge healthy and happy and then we also could tell this fantastic story of him being a one of a kind father. Although he will be no matter what happens to the Es. I wish this female eagle goes away for now..
I wonder if this female intruder has something to do with Harriet’s disappearance. That’s why she has a talon injury!!? I am so scared for the eaglets and M15. He’s hunting, protecting his babies and territory. He’s doing everything he can! E22 not getting enough food because of E21. M-15 is too tired to chase off female intruder still perching next to him at night. 🥺 I miss Harriet so much! I’m attached to this family. Breaks my heart to watch. Please God help this family! 🙏🏻❤️
I really appreciate your insight into this female. I too had initially thought she was looking for a mate. I'm guessing with the injured talon she is looking for an easy meal and has found the perfect diner at H&M's nest. Here's hoping she leaves. Poor M and his babies 😥😥
I know that probably no one can answer this question but I don’t understand why M15 left the nest with food on it when E22 is still hungry… he must be really stressed, it usually gets all gobbled up right away by the three of them…🍀🦅🍀 a little luck for our eagle family would be nice… maybe the great horned owl could knock her out of the tree a couple more times 🙄
M15 left that big fish for E22, I was like oh boy he is really testing the intruder. E22 was sitting on that fish just eating his fill. So shiny once the eaglet moved she was that and I hoped she wouldn't take the little guys food. M15 says she failed the test. She watched the nest from afar all morning after he booted her out at daybreak. E22 was left with a whopper of a fish. Best part she didn't get that fish, M15 managed to keep her from taking off with it. Praying for them. I want Harriet to come back ASAP. 😭😭😭😭🦅🦅🦅🦅❤️❤️❤️❤️
Omg! Moments of fear that I already feel, you are a King defending his territory, having his children in danger, Woow !! you are a father who gives his life for his children... you are incredible M15 we love you too much... But I already feel afraid of what can happen. my emotions are already on the surface 😔 But you will continue to surprise us and we are proud of you ❤️
Thank you Lady Hawk for this explanation. I’m not sure many are prepared for the unfortunate “what ifs”. I hope those dire things don’t happen but we always have to prepare. 😢
Yes food is the number one reason but also she is interested in M15 and in the nest/territory. Almost all eagle battles in the wild revolve around defending their territory.
I agree. I think the more she is around the more dangerous for the little one's. She will just get more aggressive especially if she can not provide food for herself. I pray M15 and the little ones don't have encounters on the nest like that again.
Hopefully everyone will read Lady Hawks concise article. She has been studying Eagles for a long time. She puts a lot into these daily along with her other birds she follows. It appears to be quite a job if you look at her list.
Oh no!! I was worried that something like this was going to happen! I've been so worried that this female might come into the nest and deliberately harm the E's because they don't belong to her, so she doesn't care who gets hurt. But I didn't realize until now that it's actually the food she is after. I pray that these precious eaglets and M15 can stay safe, and they grow up healthy, have a successful fledge, and continue living a productive life.🙏🙏 I have not lost hope or given up on Harriet being found and rescued.🙏🦅 Stay safe M15 our Hero Dad, and E21 & E22.🙏🙏🙏🙏🦅🦅🦅🦅 Thank you so much @Lady Hawk for your detailed description of what has happened, and still could happen. Like you stated, this is wildlife that we are watching, and anything can happen. I have to confess that I did not watch the video. Reading your words was hard enough!😢 Thank you LH for your very detailed commentaries and videos. Stay safe and SED's.♥️
Lady Hawk, excellent, excellent comments. Perfect. You hit the nail on the head. The only small positive that may come out of this situation is that the intruder being there selfishly can pay off a little bit as other eagles or owls may think twice of doing something stupid to the E’s. So that’s a small positive? I’m still worried that if she gets desperate, she can snatch one and just take off. I dunno. If I could have choice, M was doing just fine before all this non sense with her started.
Hi Greg! I know what you mean. Unfortunately, it was inevitable that he would get visitors. I watch the incident a few times and I don't think she's a direct threat to the E's, but, as we saw, a commotion could cause a stir in the nest and the E's got stepped on quite a bit. Thank God there was a lot of flapping wings and hopefully kept them somewhat lifted. When she dropped to the nest she seemed as leery of E22 as he was of her. She took that fish rather slowly. I was thinking she was worried that E22 would bite or poke her already injured foot. Jmo The E's look fine today and had plenty of food. While she was perched nearby. She did not approach when M15 was out hunting. So, if M15, being a guy (no offense, lol) he might want to impress the ladies and step up his food deliveries. Today, he brought 4 fish and some big chunk of UFO meat/fat that looked like butcher trimmings. Whatever the case, I just pray 🙏 they make it to dispersal and go off on their merry way. Then, he can go to all the single eagle bars in town. Lol! Anxious to see who he picks! TC and be blessed! 🙏😺🦅
@@CuriousCat7 hi nice to hear from you Cat! 😊 So I didn’t see her at all today. Has she been around? She didn’t show up at sunset as she did the last 2 nights. Unless she’s somewhere off camera? Also I guess someone mentioned those butcher trimmings may have been thrown over by the nest tree for M15 to take to the nest. I hope some sicko doesn’t poison the meat. That’s all we need.
@@gregthegroove I didn't see her but the postings in the Hancock Wildlife Forum, where they list a blow-by-blow description of nest activity with screen grab stills, said she was perched nearby out of cam view. Nothing we can do about the idiots that think they are helping. And, even though it was most likely a fan, you're right, lunatics do some pretty nasty stuff. Let's pray not!!🙏💙🙏💙🙏 BTW.. Gabby is still with the same boyfriend from Christmas, but, no further developments or progress in the mating department. He's still too young and his hormones haven't quite kicked in. But, ya never know! TC! 🙏😺🦅
M15 has been equipped and empowered to protect, hunt and provide for the Es. If it had been at an earlier stage of the chicks development the likelihood of a surrogate mother would have come into play. The injury to the right talon has likely been received a few weeks ago from quite a tussle, and is attempting to heal. She is looking for easy food at this time, and is not proving beneficial for M15 and his family. The hope is that she will willingly leave, or that M15 will be able to force her out. In so far as M15's abilities, we are already witnesses of Miraculous favor in the Church pastures. I pray for God's protection for M15 and E21 and E22 as he brings them forward in preparation for their. OH my, and will they have some experience to leave with. The will be Mighty Warriors like their precious dad, M15. God bless Lady Hawk.
I'd had hopes that she'd mind her business until the Es were gone, but I was afraid it would be asking too much, and, well . . . She and M are both in a bad way-her hungry and with her toe injured (so she's less effective at hunting and fighting) while M is stretched as thin as he is. Hopefully, the Es will fully learn this lesson of (why you should not) trust while it's still this cheap, because the hungrier she gets the more desperate and aggressive she'll become, and there's no way that will end well.
M15 will defend with all he's got!!! It's looks like this Eagle is hurt and hungry . Sad situation for all. Bless M15 and his babies. ❤❤❤ Hopefully this Eagle can find food and move on.
I don’t know how much more stress I can possibly take, with Harriet missing and M15 trying so hard to care for his babies alone. This other Eagle must be starving to do this I have to think. Why is she so dominant and persistent to upset this precious family. She actually could be the intruder that Harriet chased when last seen! I’m praying for all of them to be safe, full bellies and happiness 🙏🏻❤🥰
This intruder is a scavenger due to her leg injury she's not able to hunt down prey So she's a staller of note 😞 Prayers needed for M and the little guys .
Thank you for this information. I was hoping this intruder was not the female around the last few nights. I didn’t realize she would not feed the babies. This is goid to understand. I think M allowed her to sit in the upper branches & fly down beside him again tonight. I was shocked & scared for M when she went into attack mode on the nest. I thought E22 looked like he was trying to defend the fish & she seemed a little intimidated by him but them went fiercely against him. This is very disheartening & especially if M allows her to stay all night on the nest tree. This may give her feeling to enter the nest & endanger the babies. God bless M & the babies & protect them!
This was soooooo scary for the E’s and M15. I am happy they are all okay. I get nervous every time I watch. M15 is such a great Daddy. Praying for him and E’s. Please give them strength to survive and flourish.
Such a serious situation M15 and his Es find themselves in this season. Thankfully he has experience raising a family but the female intruder is making a difficult job harder still. She is trying to survive and finding this nest is a help to her survival. I feel sure there is more than usual difficulty in surviving this season for many Eagles and other bird species too given the damage done by Hurricane Ian. Nests were destroyed and Eagles surely must have suffered injuries, some even dying as a result. I hope and pray for M’s continued health and strength to raise these offspring to fledge.
Thank you LH for helping put this into proper context. This was difficult to watch. I was cautiously optimistic the new eagle might be willing to help M at least help guard the nest but I guess that’s not in the cards. He looks exhausted trying to balance the needs of the chicks, secure the territory and take care of himself. My heart breaks for him. He’s trying so hard and is doing so well. Hopefully as the E’s get older and are able to feed themselves better and eventually fledge🤞🏼it’ll get a bit easier. Bless his heart. I hate that he has to go thru this.
She came back again an hour later and the same thing happened!!! M15 had to fight her off just as e did an hour before!!! All she is interested in is free meals. That's why she followed M15 in that day when he had a huge fish for the little E's. He/she is only interested easy meals, not augmenting this family!!!
I feel so sorry for M15.. I was hoping this female would help him but she is just looking out for herself...Now M15 has to get her out of there...Man I wished Gabrielle would come over there she was the mate of Sampson who went missing back in November...They would be a great couple...
February 15th 2023~ E22 was attempting to self feed on fish when the female Intruder flew in to the attic and was watching the E's alone on the nest. She then drops down to the nest and grabs the leftover fish that M15 had brought in and she starts to eat. E22 who was hungry comes over squeeing to her hoping to get fed but the intruder is not interested in feeding another eagles offspring and she warns, lunges, bites and even kicks E22 who went totally submissive. The intruder does this three times to E22 before it moved away from her. The intruder continued to eat and then E21 heads over attempting to get fed and she also warns and bites at E21 who tries to defend itself and the nest. M15 will see the commotion going on and come flying in quickly to defend the nest and his E's. The intruder lunges at him first - but M15 is fierce and he fights with the intruder on the nest - both eagles stepping all over the E's - E21 getting the worst of the impact. M15 forcibly kicks her off the nest but she does not go far - she lands on a branch right below the nest (seen from cam 3) . Both E's are lying still on the nest pancaked and scared and do not move right away. Thankfully both E's are okay and E22 will get a feeding by M15 after this is over.
This female eagle has an injured talon and seems to be interested in the food and not on harming the E's however I want to caution everyone watching that injury to one or both of the E's could happen in the future from fights like this indirectly or directly, they could be knocked off the nest or even taken. The eagle is not a surrogate mother and she will not bring in food or feed Harriet & M15's eaglets. She is interested in her own survival and in getting free food that M15 is bringing into the nest. The intruder is not helping M15 in her actions, in fact, she is causing him to shorten his feedings just at a crucial time when he normally feeds E22 after E21 is fed. He has been interrupted several times in the past few days by having to chase her out of the nest tree. The food M15 is bringing is for the survival of himself and for his offspring and her constant staying in the nest tree trying to steal food is taking it away from the E's at this crucial junction of having only a single parent to feed and protect them. M15 is also not interested in a new mate - his sole focus is on hunting, feeding and protecting his eaglets. Her attempts to inject herself into this family can cause dire consequences at this time, so we hope that M15 can stay safe and not get injured in these fights and be able to evict her from the territory. It is hard for a single parent to accomplish all these things - that is why it takes two eagles to defend, protect, hunt and feed their offspring to bring them to fledge. Our magnificent M15 is doing a great job so far and our hopes are that he will be able to continue to do so. I want M15 safe and the two last eaglets from our beloved Harriet to grow up and fledge successfully and live a long life in her honor! ♥
It's important to take notice that the one that's been staying overnight with him isn't injured. There appears to be two female intruders, one that appears to only have interest in scavenging for scraps, and one who, currently, seems interested in giving M a break in his night watch. They zoomed in one this scavenger's foot before she dropped down to feed and subsequently had this altercation with M. She's the one with the injury. Right before sunset we could see a female perched across from M. There was a clear view of both her feet from the camera angle and her feet were clear of injuries.
Thank you, Lady Hawk! Your perspective is very appreciated during these intense encounters. I pray M and the Es stay safe.
Hi Lady Hawk, can't thank you enough for all the information you provide with your videos. I've been waiting for this one and your commentary, which is right on point!!!! Some of us were hoping that she would be a surrogate mom, but you're right, she's a hinderance to the survival of the eaglets. No other eagle is going to replace Harriett. I pray that no harm will come to any of the eagles, that M15 will stay safe and continue to care for the eaglets until they fledge. Thank you again.
Praying and hoping our (M and Harriet's) Eaglets are ok🙏🙏🙏
Hoping all things will calm down soon..🙏🙏
Thank you, Lady Hawk🙏🙏
@Lady Hawk well there goes my hope 😒 thought this would be a new start. So sad and scared more than ever for M n Es. 🙏🙏
Everybody should read your words carefully, Lady Hawk. All the people who insist on romanticizing the intruder’s presence are naive, at best. She is a threat to this family, especially when she goes to the nest. She not only threatens the eaglets and M15 with her aggression in seeking to steal the food, but she is leaving the eaglets with less to eat. There is nothing good about her presence. She needs to leave, period. Thanks for trying to inject some realism into this increasingly dangerous situation.
You are welcome Trax2011 and thank you for taking the time to comment here! There has been a lot of romanticizing this female from the eagle community on social media and elsewhere with little thought to the consequences this intruder is setting in motion by her presence at the nest tree. E22 is not receiving the amount of food it normally eats due to the feedings being cut short and M15's preoccupation with chasing her away. Before she showed up, both E's were getting good feedings and had full crops. E22 waits to eat after E21 is full normally but no longer has that luxury with the intruder here trying to take their food away. When you watch how these adult eagles are stepping with their talons all over the E's in a fierce battle today that should give every single person pause that this female needs to go and let M15 raise the E's on his own which he can do. Also M15 is exhausted from daily battles, hunting, defending and trying to feed both E's. How long can he keep up this pace without injury or exhaustion to himself? He can't be at the nest to protect the E's 24/7. I am trying to help everyone understand what is really happening at the nest now - this is a wild raptor nest and we simply do not know what the outcome will be. Praying and hoping for the best for M15, E21 and E22 ♥♥♥
Thanks so much, Lady Hawk. I'm still not up to steady watching for personal reasons. However, I do try to peek in a couple of times a day. I am also following your updates. I was concerned when when this intruder arrived and have been growing more concerned each day. This is exactly the kind of event I feared.
While I agree that this "intruder" is not ideal for this situation. She had plenty opportunity to actually take a more aggressive position towards the Es and refrained. Does that not amount to something positive to be taken from her? M15 has in fact left the nest multiple times knowing she is in the nest tree, does that not also amount to something positive to be taken from her? It has been stated by someone else in this community that it actually has happened before where a new eagle has actually helped in some capacity at a new nest. I think it is also very premature to cross this female off and wish her out of the nest tree, let alone the area, as she might very well be helping M15 when she is away from the nest by flushing out others just like he is. I realize I am "new" to this whole thing, and have not been watching these eagles as long as probably the majority of people following this channel, but I believe there might very well be good news from this whole situation just as it might very well be bad news as you and LH suggest. Time will tell, and yes.. I guess I'm part of the crowd that wants to see this work out for the best for all of them, including the new female.. because just as suggested by LH.. two parents are better than one, and I'm not convinced she is completely wrong here... yet! Hahaa
@@Anne5440_ Hi Anne you are welcome! This is not the turn of events we had hoped for but when a mate goes missing, it sends a signal to the other eagles in the area and that is what we are seeing right now. We have to hope for the best but also prepare for a not so good outcome as well.
She is very aggressive isnt she? And stealing the babies food. What self respecting eagle does that? I saw her as a threat when she tried to chicknap 22.
I watched this on live cam and all my coworkers were crowded around my desk all cheering M on. The nerve to go down to the nest twice today was unbelievable. Get your own food!
Thank you, Lady Hawk for clearing things up. Some people fell in love with the notion that the intruder was here to help M15 in his time of need. She's a distraction and now a certified threat to our eagle family. I'm just so torn over what's happening in our Eagle communities.
Pray that they will live to fledge. Not a guarantee. 💕💕
@@patboyer7274 It's looking good so far, M15 is defying the odds taking care of the eaglets and occasionally feeding R23-3.
@@patboyer7274 oh, they fledged all right, but still depend on Daddy's dinner, beautiful family
I watched this live today and it was so hard to watch! When she kicked 22 and pecked at him, then 21, I was yelling at my screen M please come home and protect your babies!! After M pushed her out, she came back and did it again, only for M to have to run her off. I saw him perch on the branch after the 2nd incident and he looked so worn out and stressed. This has been such a tough season, praying for a good day tomorrow. 🙏🙏Thank you Lady Hawk for all you do, but I can’t watch it again.
Same here...watched live and was yelling at my screen. She is so much larger than M15 and I'm afraid he's going to get hurt when he is weaker from not as much food and rest as he needs. I was scared when both Eaglets were so still after the fight.
I was yelling at my computer and crying when she few off and the babies were so still!
Yesterday I thought she was a God send and would help M-15! I was so wrong!!
This poor eagle family! Good job M15, defending your babies from this intruder! They're under so much stress and pressure; the last thing they need right now is a food thief and possible predator. The nest's survival was precarious enough as it is, but this intruder is a serious threat.
I saw this it was very scary to watch she is ready to hurt the eaglets for there food! I am so worried for them😢
Gosh everyone needs to read your words … they are so true !!!!! People in that group are calling her a step mom-- surrogate mom etc .. and like you say she is an intruder… wanting food and her instinct is to survive !!! Thank you Lady Hawk !!!
Oh no! The E's are traumatized from her striking at them; terrible 😢.
This was so scary to watch in real time and I am so worried for the eaglets. M15 is doing a remarkable job protecting them. I hope he can get rid of this intruder though. She's trouble. Thank you for addressing this for us.
Thank you, Lady Hawk.. I've also been waiting for your assessment of this troubling situation. You are always my first and most trusted source of information .! Dear Vicki also...I appreciate your wisdom,knowledge, and the comfort you provide. Will continue to pray!
No truer words are spoken here
Wow! Well, this certainly changes everything! She is out for herself and a danger to this nest. Praying for protection and the most benevolent outcome for M15, the E's, and this nest.✨️💖✨️
I noticed the intruder's injury the other night; I can't help but wonder if she could have scuffled with Harriet? This was very intense and stressful to watch and I'm glad M and the Es are okay. As we've seen with Gabby, the intruders will continue to appear regardless on if this girl sticks around. All we can do is hope and pray for M and the Es' safety moving forward.
For all we know, she could've been the one that fought and drove Harriet off, perhaps even injuring Harriet in the process while sustaining some of her own. I was so afraid for the eaglets, I was screaming and hoping E's would stop getting close to her as she scavenged the fish.
@@GavyneJ The timing seems to fit unfortunately. I was so nervous watching her nip at them; I still am nervous about the situation since she's so persistent. I hope the Es stay safe and that M doesn't get injured in the process.
@@MehIgotnothing h
You may be right poor Harriet
If she’s out there somewhere hopefully a rescuer finds her
Praying for M15 and the eaglets🙏🙏
I agree with what Lady Hawk said and I already had the same opinion 3 days ago, I knew the intruder was looking out for number one and not out for romance. I think someone should come out and tranq. her so they could take her in for rehab on that foot.
I’m so glad it was M15 running her off the nest not the opposite as I thought when I watched it live this afternoon. Thank you for your “eagle eye” Lady Hawk and for clarifying that the good guys won.
Thank you Ms.Lady Hawk for setting us straight as to what's happening💖✌ I do appreciate you so much💕. Stay safe M15❗
Incredible footage....thank you so much! Every year the eagles show us more and more of what they're capable of. These eaglets are getting their lessons of survival early . Thank you @Lady Hawk for posting!!
Poor M and the Es. This intruder only wants food and not to be helpful as we all were hoping. Maybe her deformed talon prevents her from feeding herself? Sad situation all around.
Oh dear, I feel bad for all. I hope hunger doesn't claim a life here. So much time left to go if the chics are to fledge. How ominous.
Oh Lady Hawk I was so naive I couldn't figure out what she was hanging around for Thank you for straightening this out and I pray that noone especially Harriet's loved ones get hurt. You are so knowledgeable once again thank you🙏
I would have never known all this. Or ever thought all this. This eagle family has really been thru it. And now this. I suppose this female is only taking opportunity for free food. She sees a opening and takes it. I'm so torn about this tragic story. My heart breaks for the torment these eaglettes must go thru. And M15 is doing a super job of taking care of them so far. He must make decisions that leave the eaglettes vulnerable at times. Oh geez I hope all goes well. I have read the description LH and sad but true. I pray that all goes well. 🙏 ♥️
Thank You, Lady Hawk...not only for your amazing videos, but also for you very thorough explanations of what is happening. I sincerely appreciate your knowledge and helping us spectators learn. Blessing to you, DearHeart ♥️🦅♥️🙏
Was waiting on this one too! Thank you!
That's quite a tussle! The EEs were fearless and M15 must flush out the intruder.
Poor lil E's. Their world keeps getting rocked daily. So proud of M15, what a guy, what an awesome guy!!
I have to say how proud I am of M15. Females are larger for a reason but a fierce, devoted father won’t cower. One part I noticed earlier and you can see it @ 12:15 on this video is how carefully M15 steps into the nest. As she was being forced out she was trying to take the fish with her. That very easily could have been one of the Eaglets. For all their sake I hope she goes away at least until after this season is over and the Es have successfully fledged! Thank you for another amazing video and information. Be safe M15, E21 & E22 🤎🤍❤
Totally agree with everything you’ve said. I said from the beginning she’s not there to help or be a step-mom. I’m sorry she’s injured and hungry, but M can’t afford to keep her up too! Plus the chicks could be harmed during a scuffle. I have gotten pushback for my stance on this! The survival of this nest is priority. This injured female is huge and has what it takes to survive and will be fine moving on down the road. But then again, there would just be other intruders to take her place. Ty for the video and confirming my thoughts on this situation
Thank you for this. I've been hoping to hear your analysis. Thank you.
Poor Es they are step on Es. Heartbreaking 💔😰for me..
🥺💕🌴🐥🐥🦅🚫🦅💕 Thank you very much for this video and update, Lady Hawk. Oh dear, I confess I'm speechless after watching this terrible nightmare. 💔 I'm glad that M fiercely defended and protected his E's and expelled this aggressive female intruder from the nest. 💕💥💕 I fear for what might happen to M and his E's if that eagle keeps coming to the nest. I keep praying fervently for M his babies' safety and well-being. 🙏🙏🐥🐥🦅🙏🙏 May God keep M, E21 and E22 safe and bring our beloved Harriet home safely. ,🙏👑🦅🐥🐥🦅🙏 Take good care of yourself, my dear friend. Stay under divine protection.🌺 💙🙏🤗🥰💕🌴👑🦅🐥💘🐥🦅💕🙏
Wonderfully said, Silvania. 🙏🙏🦅🦅❤️
@@lindarothwell909 🙏❤️Thanks❤️🙏 Many blessings to you, dear Linda. Stay under divine protection. 🌹🙏😘❤️🦅
Well I want to thank LH for putting such an elaborate and helpful description with this female intruder.
I think I read that someone said we are naive those of us who feel a new woman in the picture might be good... I have to say I do agree with you... I felt so bad for him that I was hoping this new woman Eagle MIGHT be helpful
What the heck was I thanking?
After watching the female intruder go after the kiddos... I was in shock being the scenario is so new to me
I appreciate the new insight with all of your comments!!
And lastly yes agreed M needs to be alone and focusing on the kids just like real relationships that jump into other relationships when theirs have ended
Same with wildlife I am learning this season
I know watching around my neighborhood that animals were constantly looking up looking around 24/7 but now I can see it firsthand with the eagles as well and must I say life in the wild is a b****!!!
I respect M and the kiddos for trying to fight back even more!!!👍
This was so hard to watch 😢 hoping both Es are ok. Poor M, he’s doing the best he can, super dad
Lady Hawk , Thank You for addressing what I saw the Female Eagle do to E22!! Then E1 later!! She is Not SAFE around the E's!! Hope M15 gets rid of her for good!!
So hard to watch to this happening to them. I just think the female injured her talons cause to hard to hunt then she found this nest to get easy meal. That is my guess . Hope M stay safe and strong.♥
Fearing if she wants this nest and territory she will take it eventually. M is strong but she is persistent. What will become of the E’s, can’t they be rescued? 😔 If this situation turns bad, and she is the new female at this nest, many may not want to watch her in the future.
She looks like a wanderer. M and the desire to cling to the nest coexist with hunger.
She doesn't seem to want to harm the chicks in the first place, and when her meal is interrupted by the chicks, she hits them.
We don't know if there is hope for this eagle family in the future, but I pray there is.
Certainly not what I was hoping for. 😟 I hope she is not persistent.
Another AWESOME video, thanks for sharing!!! Daddy protects his kids, what could be more beautiful... I love you M15, your name should be Miracle!!!!
Thank you Lady Hawk for posting this video and your extremely important information about this (and other) intruder (s). I happened to be watching live when this incident occurred and it was terrifying to witness. I initially thought the intruder was trying to steal E22. When M arrived and both adult eagles were stepping all over the babies I just held my breath. I have been watching this nest for several years and have seen the accidental fledges, the untimely death of E14, the nights when eaglets spent time alone on the ground, and the arial battles to defend the nest but none of that prepared me for this. I have to remind myself this is raw nature...anything can happen.
Thank you also to Trax2011 for your comments and Lady Hawks response. Nothing sweet or cute or romantic about this female intruder.
M15 was sitting on the attic after this incident and he looked exhausted and a bit ruffled. I hope the cam operators have been able to get some good zooms on M to make sure he (and the eaglets) are all okay after the scuffle. Prayers and strength to M15, E21 & E22.
TYSVM Lady Hawk! wildlife watching is not without its perils and even brutality. we can observe and learn, but must also care for ourselves. it’s natural to wish for ‘happy’ outcomes but life as a BAEA is literally a struggle for survival against all odds. for instance, having a nest alongside a busy parkway! wonderful coverage of a very scary episode.
Love the videos & information you share ✌️❤️🙏🦅🦅🦅
If the intruder doesn't get E22, I'm afraid starvation will.
Agreed. I hope E's can survive. Was hoping she would not attack or kill/eat them but not the case.
Excellent summary of the situation Lady Hawk, I follow Osprey nests in the UK and have learned how quickly a nest can be overwhelmed by circumstances out of anyones control..hoping this heroic dad managed to get at least one eaglet to fledging..🤞🤞🤞
Well said!
Wow, poor M15, he is trying so hard. I pray for him and the E’s. Safety, food and good health.
Oh dear !
Thank you for your explanation, Lady Hawk. I started from that and some comments before watching this video. That helped me to calm down my emotions (saying that as part truth part to keep a bit of smile).
Well, one video before there wasn't any description from you. So yeah, we should expect that fantastic explanation.
Myself, yes I was a bit naive thinking human way about new love.
Sadly, in extreme circumstances, we can be ... similar to survive. (...)
I hope for the best for this nest. 💞
Thank you Lady Hawk for telling the truth and being realistic. I said similar things that this female was not helpful and a problem and they thought I was mean. LOL...no, the eagle is. I pray for M and the babies. May they fledge and be well and may M hold up under so much stress. Praying. Thank you for all you do Lady Hawk!
More power to M15!!
I hope all you chatters that were Ahhh what a lovely female for M, I truly hope you all understand she's trouble. She was trouble on day one and she's even more trouble now.
Very sad......both E's were so traumatized & remained flat & uninterested in eating with dad. 😭 It
has been my worst fear that something like this would happen, but much worse, & it's not over! 😠
Thank God that the E's got through this attack, and that M was able to fight her off. Thank God he
was also not injured. 🙏
WORST fears of mine are emerging....seems the female may indeed be interested in M, but as an
opportunist, will naturally try to steal food & in the process, may cause harm to the E's if they get
in the way.....she didn't go after them until they tried to get fed & then of course stepping all over
them while fighting M!!! Thank you for a very detailed description explaining how dire a situation
this is.
Many have seemed hopeful that her presence was a good thing but as I stated before, this nest is
a NO INTRUDER ZONE & she is indeed an INTRUDER, not a visitor & whether or not she may or may
not be looking to bond with M, he's is NOT looking for the same with his sole focus on protecting
his eaglets & his territory, & providing food to them, nothing else!!
I've looked at a few video titles that came out, & I really wish folks would stop with the misleading
titles--it sends the wrong message to viewers about what's REALLY unfolding...............
"New Female Is Making Progress With Dad"
"Dad and New Female Perched Together - Possibly a New Beginning"
"Female VISITOR Spends 2nd Night On Nest Tree"
"A Story of Hope - Female VISITOR Plans to Stay"
She is an intruder & a huge threat & is disrupting M's best efforts to raise his chicks in the absence
of Harriet while also causing distress in both him & the eaglets & despite him doing remarkably well
in providing & protecting, & as you stated, is hindering his ability to feed them which is an extremely
important & obvious measure in their survival!! This distress can also cause them developmental
issues should they survive to fledging, & further hinder their overall ability to thrive & survive!! It is
just so very upsetting!!
M has been amazing through all this - the FIERCE look on his face while fighting off this intruder got
to me hard - it was heart-wrenching!!! I think at night, he's so exhausted that he is allowing her to be
present.....and since they sleep at night maybe he doesn't see her as a threat during the cover of the
night..??? Once he woke up & saw her beside him, he went right back to "flushing her out mode" and
also during the day. However, I think it confuses viewers, & these people making these videos with
fantasy titles are adding to the speculation that all is cozy & well. I hope today helped open eyes of
viewers who have been misled & given false hope......that also makes me very sad. We all want the
season to have a happy ending with M successfully raising the eaglets but if he does, it will be him
and him alone, that does it!!!
Thank you again for putting things into perspective to help the community better understand what
is unfolding & how serious this situation is for both the eaglets & for M15. Continuing my prayers
for a hedge of protection around M & the E's, & for added strength for M & his ability to continue in
his fierce protection of his precious cargo in the nest. 🙏 TY LH -Hugs, Wanda 🤗
😯💔... this poor soul . Papa is trying so hard ! Bless his soul . 🦅🦅🦅💖🖖
Our wonderful Lady Hawk, thank you! I really hope and wish that M15 be able to see his babies fledge healthy and happy and then we also could tell this fantastic story of him being a one of a kind father. Although he will be no matter what happens to the Es. I wish this female eagle goes away for now..
I wonder if this female intruder has something to do with Harriet’s disappearance. That’s why she has a talon injury!!? I am so scared for the eaglets and M15. He’s hunting, protecting his babies and territory. He’s doing everything he can! E22 not getting enough food because of E21. M-15 is too tired to chase off female intruder still perching next to him at night. 🥺 I miss Harriet so much! I’m attached to this family. Breaks my heart to watch. Please God help this family! 🙏🏻❤️
I really appreciate your insight into this female. I too had initially thought she was looking for a mate. I'm guessing with the injured talon she is looking for an easy meal and has found the perfect diner at H&M's nest. Here's hoping she leaves. Poor M and his babies 😥😥
I know that probably no one can answer this question but I don’t understand why M15 left the nest with food on it when E22 is still hungry… he must be really stressed, it usually gets all gobbled up right away by the three of them…🍀🦅🍀 a little luck for our eagle family would be nice… maybe the great horned owl could knock her out of the tree a couple more times 🙄
So worried about babies & this lady Intruder stealing their food & hurting babies
this injured female intruder might had had a terrible fight with our Harriet.
Thank you, Lady Hawk, for this important insight. It seems to be a very complicated situation. I also had a feeling, that this is not a "love story".
And its my bday yall! 41 today sigh.
M15 left that big fish for E22, I was like oh boy he is really testing the intruder. E22 was sitting on that fish just eating his fill. So shiny once the eaglet moved she was that and I hoped she wouldn't take the little guys food. M15 says she failed the test. She watched the nest from afar all morning after he booted her out at daybreak. E22 was left with a whopper of a fish. Best part she didn't get that fish, M15 managed to keep her from taking off with it. Praying for them. I want Harriet to come back ASAP. 😭😭😭😭🦅🦅🦅🦅❤️❤️❤️❤️
Omg! Moments of fear that I already feel, you are a King defending his territory, having his children in danger, Woow !! you are a father who gives his life for his children... you are incredible M15 we love you too much... But I already feel afraid of what can happen. my emotions are already on the surface 😔 But you will continue to surprise us and we are proud of you ❤️
Thank you Lady Hawk for this explanation. I’m not sure many are prepared for the unfortunate “what ifs”. I hope those dire things don’t happen but we always have to prepare. 😢
6:57~ E22는 아빠가 아니라는것을 알고 소리지르기 시작한다. E22는 똑똑하다.
Е22 очень умный и будет очень жаль если судьба не даст ему вырасти во взрослого орла.
멋진 독수리로 성장하길 바라면서 기도합니다🦅🙏
E21: I can't wait to learn how to fly! E22: I hear that!
so it was about food, the female hanging around
Yes food is the number one reason but also she is interested in M15 and in the nest/territory. Almost all eagle battles in the wild revolve around defending their territory.
And how can she have the nest with eaglets in it 😔 praying for the little E’s.
@@naturebird9177 That is what is concerning!! Eaglets can be ejected or accidentally knocked off - like in one of these fights!
God bless him! What a great father! I know Harriet is proud and sent back up too!
Wow that was tense!!!! Glad the little ones are ok! She could of really hurt them! 😮 good job protecting your littles M15
I agree. I think the more she is around the more dangerous for the little one's. She will just get more aggressive especially if she can not provide food for herself. I pray M15 and the little ones don't have encounters on the nest like that again.
Hopefully everyone will read Lady Hawks concise article. She has been studying Eagles for a long time. She puts a lot into these daily along with her other birds she follows. It appears to be quite a job if you look at her list.
At first, I thought Hrriet was back. But it was different. Being sad.
It was heartbreaking she attack a small E21,22、
ありがとうLady H awk
That was an eye opener...go away lady!
Thank you so much lady hawk! Always great words of wisdom!
Hi @MichelleRS - Just wanted to say hi, I noticed your name, I see you often on AVL and Runway DFW. 😀 Have a great evening!
Looks necrotic on the talon.
This is an incredible situation M15 is in, not a fairy tale with a new lady. She has been waiting to steal food
Oh no!! I was worried that something like this was going to happen! I've been so worried that this female might come into the nest and deliberately harm the E's because they don't belong to her, so she doesn't care who gets hurt. But I didn't realize until now that it's actually the food she is after. I pray that these precious eaglets and M15 can stay safe, and they grow up healthy, have a successful fledge, and continue living a productive life.🙏🙏
I have not lost hope or given up on Harriet being found and rescued.🙏🦅 Stay safe M15 our Hero Dad, and E21 & E22.🙏🙏🙏🙏🦅🦅🦅🦅
Thank you so much @Lady Hawk for your detailed description of what has happened, and still could happen. Like you stated, this is wildlife that we are watching, and anything can happen. I have to confess that I did not watch the video. Reading your words was hard enough!😢
Thank you LH for your very detailed commentaries and videos. Stay safe and SED's.♥️
Lady Hawk, excellent, excellent comments. Perfect. You hit the nail on the head. The only small positive that may come out of this situation is that the intruder being there selfishly can pay off a little bit as other eagles or owls may think twice of doing something stupid to the E’s. So that’s a small positive? I’m still worried that if she gets desperate, she can snatch one and just take off. I dunno. If I could have choice, M was doing just fine before all this non sense with her started.
Hi Greg!
I know what you mean. Unfortunately, it was inevitable that he would get visitors.
I watch the incident a few times and I don't think she's a direct threat to the E's, but, as we saw, a commotion could cause a stir in the nest and the E's got stepped on quite a bit. Thank God there was a lot of flapping wings and hopefully kept them somewhat lifted.
When she dropped to the nest she seemed as leery of E22 as he was of her. She took that fish rather slowly. I was thinking she was worried that E22 would bite or poke her already injured foot. Jmo
The E's look fine today and had plenty of food. While she was perched nearby. She did not approach when M15 was out hunting. So, if M15, being a guy (no offense, lol) he might want to impress the ladies and step up his food deliveries. Today, he brought 4 fish and some big chunk of UFO meat/fat that looked like butcher trimmings.
Whatever the case, I just pray 🙏 they make it to dispersal and go off on their merry way. Then, he can go to all the single eagle bars in town. Lol!
Anxious to see who he picks!
TC and be blessed! 🙏😺🦅
@@CuriousCat7 hi nice to hear from you Cat! 😊 So I didn’t see her at all today. Has she been around? She didn’t show up at sunset as she did the last 2 nights. Unless she’s somewhere off camera? Also I guess someone mentioned those butcher trimmings may have been thrown over by the nest tree for M15 to take to the nest. I hope some sicko doesn’t poison the meat. That’s all we need.
@@gregthegroove
I didn't see her but the postings in the Hancock Wildlife Forum, where they list a blow-by-blow description of nest activity with screen grab stills, said she was perched nearby out of cam view.
Nothing we can do about the idiots that think they are helping. And, even though it was most likely a fan, you're right, lunatics do some pretty nasty stuff.
Let's pray not!!🙏💙🙏💙🙏
BTW.. Gabby is still with the same boyfriend from Christmas, but, no further developments or progress in the mating department. He's still too young and his hormones haven't quite kicked in. But, ya never know!
TC! 🙏😺🦅
Thank you for keeping us informed Lady Hawk
M15 has been equipped and empowered to protect, hunt and provide for the Es. If it had been at an earlier stage of the chicks development the likelihood of a surrogate mother would have come into play. The injury to the right talon has likely been received a few weeks ago from quite a tussle, and is attempting to heal. She is looking for easy food at this time, and is not proving beneficial for M15 and his family. The hope is that she will willingly leave, or that M15 will be able to force her out. In so far as M15's abilities, we are already witnesses of Miraculous favor in the Church pastures. I pray for God's protection for M15 and E21 and E22 as he brings them forward in preparation for their. OH my, and will they have some experience to leave with. The will be Mighty Warriors like their precious dad, M15. God bless Lady Hawk.
She tried to steal the fish but M15 was able to prevent it
I'd had hopes that she'd mind her business until the Es were gone, but I was afraid it would be asking too much, and, well . . .
She and M are both in a bad way-her hungry and with her toe injured (so she's less effective at hunting and fighting) while M is stretched as thin as he is. Hopefully, the Es will fully learn this lesson of (why you should not) trust while it's still this cheap, because the hungrier she gets the more desperate and aggressive she'll become, and there's no way that will end well.
Maybe it was Valentine's Day that got me thinking that love was in the air. Apparently, that's not the case!!
Thanks to Lady Hawk for bringing us the good AND the bad times as hard as it is to watch sometimes.
Poor M15. He is doing a great job for his family.
I hope M15 can get some rest.
Sleep well and stay safe.
M15 will defend with all he's got!!! It's looks like this Eagle is hurt and hungry . Sad situation for all. Bless M15 and his babies. ❤❤❤ Hopefully this Eagle can find food and move on.
I don’t know how much more stress I can possibly take, with Harriet missing and M15 trying so hard to care for his babies alone. This other Eagle must be starving to do this I have to think. Why is she so dominant and persistent to upset this precious family. She actually could be the intruder that Harriet chased when last seen! I’m praying for all of them to be safe, full bellies and happiness 🙏🏻❤🥰
This intruder is a scavenger due to her leg injury she's not able to hunt down prey So she's a staller of note 😞 Prayers needed for M and the little guys .
Thank you for this information. I was hoping this intruder was not the female around the last few nights. I didn’t realize she would not feed the babies. This is goid to understand. I think M allowed her to sit in the upper branches & fly down beside him again tonight. I was shocked & scared for M when she went into attack mode on the nest. I thought E22 looked like he was trying to defend the fish & she seemed a little intimidated by him but them went fiercely against him. This is very disheartening & especially if M allows her to stay all night on the nest tree. This may give her feeling to enter the nest & endanger the babies. God bless M & the babies & protect them!
I can’t believe he let her stay! 🤯
This was soooooo scary for the E’s and M15. I am happy they are all okay. I get nervous every time I watch. M15 is such a great Daddy. Praying for him and E’s. Please give them strength to survive and flourish.
M15 has no choice but to leave the baby eagles alone while he hunts. He best get rid of the intruder.
Such a serious situation M15 and his Es find themselves in this season. Thankfully he has experience raising a family but the female intruder is making a difficult job harder still. She is trying to survive and finding this nest is a help to her survival. I feel sure there is more than usual difficulty in surviving this season for many Eagles and other bird species too given the damage done by Hurricane Ian. Nests were destroyed and Eagles surely must have suffered injuries, some even dying as a result. I hope and pray for M’s continued health and strength to raise these offspring to fledge.
Is it possible that this invader may be one of Harriet's and M15's offspring? Do older offspring ever return to their "birth nest?"
This will be so hard to watch, may have to scale back viewing. Cams show us the real natural world.
Thank you LH for helping put this into proper context. This was difficult to watch. I was cautiously optimistic the new eagle might be willing to help M at least help guard the nest but I guess that’s not in the cards. He looks exhausted trying to balance the needs of the chicks, secure the territory and take care of himself. My heart breaks for him. He’s trying so hard and is doing so well. Hopefully as the E’s get older and are able to feed themselves better and eventually fledge🤞🏼it’ll get a bit easier. Bless his heart. I hate that he has to go thru this.
On Feb/13 an intruder was chased off by (seemingly) this eagle, while M was feeding the little ones. The aerial display was actually spectacular.
She came back again an hour later and the same thing happened!!! M15 had to fight her off just as e did an hour before!!! All she is interested in is free meals. That's why she followed M15 in that day when he had a huge fish for the little E's. He/she is only interested easy meals, not augmenting this family!!!
I feel so sorry for M15..
I was hoping this female would help him but she is just looking out for herself...Now M15 has to get her out of there...Man I wished Gabrielle would come over there she was the mate of Sampson who went missing back in November...They would be a great couple...
I wish she would go for good. It’s stressing the whole eagle family.
I LOVE WHEN A MAN KNOWS HOW TO HANDLE A SITUATION❤
Wow wat a commando , kicks butt and says I got eat and feed my kin