It has been five years since I last managed to photograph kestrels feeding chicks in a nest (kestrel bonanza). On that occasion the chicks feasted on both bugs and a decapitated bird. This time, it was bugs and a mouse. I will try to visit the latest nest again before the chick fledges.
The kestrel mother passes a green bug to her chick.
Parents share in the feeding. I only spotted the kestrel father when he was about to leave the nest.
However, the chick happily displayed the tasty prize daddy brought: a mouse.
I am glad to see them in the nestling stage.
I spotted this kestrel on a nature walk with Rick and Sue; such a thrill to watch the comings and goings!
Tracy, they also showed me where to find it.