Our Kestrels have returned to our nest site in Blackpool, UK, for 2025. But there’s a twist! Last year, we enjoyed watching Lyra and Rowan’s nesting journey. However, this year, a different male is now occupying this nest. How do we know? Well, Rowan had an ID tag attached to his right leg and the male in the nest so far this year does not have this.
This year, Rowan has not returned to the nest and has likely been outcompeted by the new male, who is actively bringing food to Lyra. Three Kestrels were observed around this site between March and April, so Rowan has missed out.
This new male is establishing himself as a reliable mate, and Lyra’s positive interactions with him indicate that she is ready to breed. It’s encouraging to see her accepting the food he provides, which could lead to a successful nesting season. We observed our first egg on April 16th and expect to see the same around this time.
Stay tuned to watch all the action as it unfolds live.
Please note that this live camera only runs during the hours of daylight.
