Talking to a birdwatcher who has his ear to the ground we were remarking on the impressive number of Peregrine Falcons here on the south east fringes of the Lakes. We were able to identify 5 pairs all within a short radius. They were nesting in local quarries or cliffs and had been successful in rearing several young.There is a plentiful supply of food as we border the Morecambe Bay estuaries so there are always plenty of birds around, all year.
It is unusual for me not to see a Peregrine when I'm out walking.
This year I witnessed three juveniles hunting together and only yesterday saw two working in harness.
He has learnt that they have moved out of the old central Lakes areas which might explain why there has been an increase locally here on the edge of the National Park.
The reason? Who knows, but if anyone has any theories I'd be interested to hear them.
It is unusual for me not to see a Peregrine when I'm out walking.
This year I witnessed three juveniles hunting together and only yesterday saw two working in harness.
He has learnt that they have moved out of the old central Lakes areas which might explain why there has been an increase locally here on the edge of the National Park.
The reason? Who knows, but if anyone has any theories I'd be interested to hear them.