Formidable Buzzard's Tender Care of Tiny Chicks | Discover Wildlife | Robert E Fuller
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- Buzzards normally nest at dizzying heights. So when I discovered a common buzzard nest close to my home - and unusually within reach of a ladder - I set out to film the chicks.
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UK common buzzard (Buteo buteo)
Here at Fotherdale, buzzards are a common sight, often spotted soaring overhead. These birds of prey are recognised by their broad, rounded wings and fanned tail, these magnificent birds are members of the Buteo family and are found on almost every continent. In the UK, they’re known as common buzzards, but in the US, their closest relative is the red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis).
Tracking down the nest
I’ve been following a pair of buzzards near my home throughout the seasons, you may have seen them on my livestreams. But I’ve never managed to get a camera on their nest. Then in spring, I spotted a pair taking interest in a nearby wood, a sign they could have a nest here.
Buzzard nest
Buzzards usually choose much larger trees and their nests can be massive structures, with new twigs and branches added each year. This nest was so small and so I wondered if it had been built recently, and in a hurry. It's possible their original nest was blown away during this spring's strong winds.
Three week old buzzard chicks
Inside the nest I found three chicks, still covered in fluffy down. I quickly set up remote cameras so that I didn't disturb this young buzzard family.
Life inside the buzzard nest
My cameras went on to capture life inside the nest throughout the breeding season. Buzzard nests are exposed and it was interesting to see how comfortably the chicks coped during high winds. The female buzzard too seemed to enjoy navigating the uplifts.
Mealtimes
Buzzards feed on a wide range of prey, from worms to rabbits, so when the female brought in a rat and carefully tore it into pieces for the chicks, it was a real treat for her young family. And they needed it. Hatchlings grow to 10 times their hatching weight when they are adults.
Male buzzard
Whilst the female took on most of the parenting duties, the male was never far away. Males can be up to 15% smaller than the females but play a major role in providing food.
Chicks grow fast
My cameras continued to follow the chicks as they grew, capturing the moment their wing feathers broke through their down. In less than a month’s time these chicks will be ready to take to the skies.
Next time
In my next video, the buzzard chicks fluffy down gives way to darker flight feathers. And they get their first taste of a life beyond the nest! Subscribe to my channel to be notified when it comes out.
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Hello Robert, I live in Germany, surrounded by farmland and wooded areas. There are many pairs of buzzards all around where I live.
I am writing to you to ask if you know why they attack me? And how I can defend myself from them?
I've been attacked by many different birds in many different places in this area, and there was one time my head was cut open by one. Usually whilst out running.
I know their nesting sites well, now, and the sound of their warning and attack calls. I stay away during nesting season, which means I cannot go into the woodland surrounding where I live. But it's getting increasingly difficult for me to avoid them because their numbers are growing. The last time I was attacked was in January of this year, whilst it was still white with snow - a first. I am frightened of them, to be honest. They don't always cry out before they swoop, and it is very shocking each time. Is there anything you can recommend? I have tried wearing different colours but it makes no difference.
Seeing the female buzzard coasting in the wind, while looking at the nest, what an incredible moment!!
Absolutely agree! Such skill & precision - and then when ready she simply moves over and lands on the nest as easy as you or I stepping off an escalator.
That was such a cool shot with the Mum soaring on the wind next to the nest 🥰 Enjoy your videos so very much!!! Thank you for posting
Yes the female just hanging in the wind before coming in was pure magic
It really was. The way she was able to soar on the wind and look across into the nest at the same time was brilliant!
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Is the female missing her right eye? In that one shot where she looks straight at the camera, it looks like her right eye wasn’t there.
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Also, I have another question for you, if you don’t mind. And huge apologies that this is going to be a long comment!
This was around the fourth time now where a hummingbird has made a nest in the same exact most terrible spot in my apartment complex… It is right in a small enclosed pathway on a small bush, and this pathway is an extreme high traffic area, because it leads to the gate to go in and out of the complex.
You would think that the hummingbirds would realize this with how often they will get scared and fly away when people walk by, but they always insist on sticking with that nest.
Every year so far they have done this, it ends with tragedy, because someone will brush up against the bush, causing the eggs to fall to the ground and smash.
This year though, the precautions that we took have worked (a huge traffic cone with a sign in it was placed in front of the bush to protect and signal about it, with a bright yellow ribbon next to the nest)! For the first time ever, we have a brand new baby hummingbird chick that just hatched either today or yesterday!
It is the oddest little thing in the cutest way, and it’s so much darker and featherless than I imagined it was going to be. 😊
But here is the thing… I have been checking on the nest whenever momma bird is away to get food, and there has always been TWO eggs! There always is two eggs whenever they have made this nest in the past as well…
However, only ONE of the two eggs hatched, and I don’t see the other egg in the nest (nor any signs of more than one crushed egg shell remnants)! I looked down below the bush, and I didn’t see any smashed egg on the ground, nor did I see a baby chick that might have somehow managed to fall out of the nest.
I know that your specialty isn’t hummingbirds, but since you know so much about birds, I thought you might be able to give some insight?
Do you think that it is possible that either the egg wasn’t a fertilized egg, or didn’t incubate properly (it was alarming to see how she hardly ever went to sleep on the nest during the night… I honestly didn’t think any chick was going to hatch because of that), and therefore she figured that out and ate the egg?
Or do you think it is possible that the chick hatched, but something was wrong with it, so she killed it and ate it?
I’m really bummed to see that only one of the two eggs hatched, but extremely happy at the same time that at least one did, for the first time (crazy how fast the incubation period was too)! I am very concerned though that the chick will continue prospering just because of where the nest is… I imagine it’s not going to be a good place for it to learn how to fly either if it makes it that far, because it’s all concrete below it, so learning might end up in a big disaster if it hits the ground. 😢
I gather hummingbirds aren’t the smartest of birds (we have so many trees that she could’ve made the nest in that would have been infinitely safer, but they insist on that spot for some reason - I guess because it is protected from the elements so much.
I was surprised that it seems that daddy hummingbirds have nothing to do with this process… It’s only one parent that is doing all of the work - I’ve never seen a second bird all of this time! I am thinking of possibly getting a hummingbird feeder to help momma bird out… My apartment is pretty nearby, so maybe she would find it if I put it on my fenced in patio.
Anyways, it would be wonderful to hear back from you and see what you think with your knowledge on these things. Thanks in advance if so! I am digging your channel a lot. :)
I keep watching this, and still, I can't stop smiling.
When I heard their calls I thought I was seeing redtails and red shouldered hawks! Turns out they are close relatives.
Yes, they're very similar! In the UK we have what we call Common Buzzards (Buteo buteo) and in the US the closest relative is the Red-Tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis).
I have been watching the live feeds waiting for a buzzard to come and didn't realize I had been seeing them all along. In the U.S. we call vultures buzzards so that is what I have been looking for. I didn't know the "hawks" I had been seeing were in fact the buzzards. It's so nice to learn something new!
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I couldn’t agree more! Lol.
Seriously! It's so strange to hear a bird that looks so much like my favorite (I love red-tailed hawks) called a buzzard... vultures may be interesting but I don't think anyone could call them beautiful lol.
We have a wedge tailed eagles here in Australia. Sadly they’re on a rapid decline because of people destroying their natural habitat swear they nest we have a local Pa who in Lenah Valley I call them Conor and Lily. They fly around near the creek near my house I don’t see them often but that’s ok
Incredible, so looking forward to part 2
Ahoy Me too
Robert as before you are so indulgent of us, this footage is just so insightful and gorgeous I cannot wait for the next instalment.👍
Here you go! part 2 here: Buzzard Hawk Chicks Grow Tough, Ready to Fledge 🦅: czcams.com/video/dsVixZ-8y6s/video.html
Thank you for what you do. You're the best one for this job 👍 this cruel world needs more people like you.
Have seen the pair at one of the feeding spots. The one advantage I have of being in the US, watching the Barn Owl during the UK nights and seeing that fantastic sunrise with the Buzzards and Kestrels arriving.
Love your bird documentaries, particularly this one, amazing images!
Thank you for sharing such beautiful photography! I love the scenery and so happy the hawks are so healthy!
Yes the Yorkshire wolds are a beautiful part of the world.
Birds are do fascinating. Chicks are so fluffy. Omg so cute. Look at that little wingspan. So kool. ❤
Thank you for this fantastic video! The chicks are just too adorable for words!
Thank you for another lovely video, so so nice to see the buzzards and their little ones !
Absolutely love Common Buzzards, remember having on VHS a documentary called "Mordicus the Buzzard" some years ago. Think Simon King made it.
All your photography is amazing but @3:30 when the mother hawk is riding the gust of wind is breathtaking! Thank you for sharing your work here!
Beautiful video Robert! Thanks so much for this gorgeous footage.
Thanks for the link Robert, that was a treat. Such pretty little chicks, love watching them grow. I thought the nest was a bit exposed but with all that lovely fluff and such good parents, they're safe and happy 😊
Robert your films and Contin are beautiful and amazing! I love watching you and I’ve learned so much. Thank you
You are so welcome
Great footage, Buzzard sitting in the wind next to the nest was superb.
Mr Fuller, Another great video. I Appreciate your hard work as to how you bring nature's wildlife into our homes !
As soon as that female came back to the nest, she thought, I don’t remember seeing that GoPro camera before! Great video!
Exceptional !🤩🤩
Buzzards have such a beautiful flight!
Thank you so much!😊🙏😊
Truly amazing thanks to a star Robert fuller knowledgeable and patient
I very much enjoy your channel and the variety of "colorful characters" you've put on the guest list! I call what you do a class act, and you're ON TOP of it. We get to see the ups and downs, the joys and sorrows, the reality of life and death. Every part of everyday life for our fellow feathered and furry friends is exposed in your genuine way. Thanks for everything you do! You have wonderful content and I go to you for that!
GREAT footage, thank you! I feel like I am right there, next the nest.
Yes this is a really small buzzards nest and I reckon as you do that it’s just been assembled this year. There could be a multitude of reasons why. Another great video Robert👍
One of my favourite animals. Wonderful creatures. Thank you for these amazing and brilliant recordings! Must have been a huge effort. I really appreciate your work, thank you 🙏🏼
Glad you enjoyed it
amazing footage ! I also had a (very noisy) young buzzard with his parents this year in my garden ; but even if I could find the nest I wouldn't be brave enough to climb that high ;) !
Have spotted these on several occasions this summer at Howsham Mill , Robert. Circling high the bridge where the Derwent widens. Lovely video.
The chicks in the wind: WWWwwwwweeeeee
Yes it’s a very small tree for a buzzards nest and gets blown around easily
Incredible resilience in the hard winds. They're kind of like the cats of the sky, aren't they?
One of my all time favourite bird of prey
The next buzzard film will be coming soon
Wonderful to get sight of this "common" raptor, but not so commonly videoed like this! Many thanks!
What a wonderful video, can't wait for the next one 💕
Oooh 😮
Formidable Robert. Ok, I'll watch the next video.
Thanks 😊
Good morning friend..🙏🙏🙏
Wonderful to watch. Thank you Robert. ❤
The way Mammma rode that wind gust @3:29 was amazing. That's a picture perfect moment.
Amazing. I was holding my breath as you climbed up there. I was waiting for the adults to come back and go for you. Really nice to see.
Thank you sir! This is truly amazing. The birds are so cute! I just love to watch them, and that's because your hard work!
Fantastic video
3:31 scene was simply amazing
Thank you for this amazing glimpse into these lovely Buzzard’s nest activities.
Right… no Buzzards here, but we do have a great number of Red-tailed Hawk… as you say, your Buzzard’s closest relatives.
I’m a very concerned about the lose of farmlands, fields and open spaces that are our Red-tailed Hawk’s habits. They are being lost at an alarming rate to urban sprawl and poor land management.
All my best wish,
George
Gorgeous photography - Thanks for the lovely vid
Another Cracking Vid
There are two types of people that respond to a Buzzard
Bird watchers: gets out a camera
Gta players: gets out a rocket launcher
The best! My Spirit Animal
I took over 1000 pictures from one nest during one month some years ago with a 600mm but this is next level. Thanks and don't let us wait too long for next parts.
Had no idea they were so beautiful close up. Unique chance to see the chicks. thank you
Thank you for the wonderful video of the Buzzard family we have Buzzards here where we live I love there calls and watching them swooping low over the fields for food It was very special seeing there Babies in the nest
I would love to see there courtship of clinging together while falling to the ground and at the last minute stopping there fall I have seen the crows do this it's truly special to see
Big thank you from Yvonne Mullion Cornwall England 🏴
Beautiful footage! Fun adventures!
What a beautiful view from that nest!
Rob 4 prez! Or at least a Sir before Robert. Sir Robert E Fuller. Respect
It’s crazy that America and the UK have two different kinds of buzzards
And Robins it’s the same all over the world ! learn the names of birds in one country and some are different in another
Really enjoyed this, I love watching our hawks
Where I'm at we don't get to see many birds of prey
From NE Indiana USA. Thank you
Beautiful! Thank you so much.
You are so welcome!
Lovely video Robert
Another wonderful video!
You would love a trip to Alaska where they have so many bald eagles. I went a few years ago and it was awesome.
I have been to Alaska in 2019 it was amazing following the salmon run and the Grizzly Bears I saw over 50 bears in one day 😃 on foot with them in the river truly incredible experience Oh yes and the bald eagles too
@@RobertEFuller That's so great. I've never heard of so many Grizzlies together at once. They aren't something to fool with. I lived in northern BC when young, but not sure I'd be wanting to go back to those long dark winters of 30 below Fahrenheit. Of course in summer we could be out playing ball at 10pm. 😀
awesome video once again looking forward seeing the grow up like their beautiful parents...........fan from red oak tx............
Yes,Robert!
Great documentary of the buzzards with a spectacular view on the nest.
I'm very glad with this video because this is a big totem for me.
Thank you gracefully and will see the other parts of it right away. 🪶
With the way they very largely spread their wings, generally not fast way of flying and habit of soaring, I tend to think of them as the kings of our skies. Though crows don't agree with that point of view, I noticed :-). Not too many other big birds of prey you see that often. Beautiful footage once again.
So Beautiful moment of wildlife ! I L💚VE 🥰
Fantastic footage! Thank you for sharing these privileged views with us
Our pleasure!
Sad...sinful man thinks it knows more than it's creator
Their nest may not be so big but what a view! Location, location, location 🤩
I followed a Common Buzzard nesting locally this year. I now regularly see the juvenile round the area regularly. Got some great photos of them all during that time.
Superb video Robert ! 3 is a good size brood ! Top work as always
Your videos are truly incredible! Can't wait to see them again
Glad you like them!
Awesome video! I loved it.
Thank you. ❤ 🦅 🌞🌿
Glad you enjoyed it!
Omg my fav bird!!! a I couldn’t wait until u did a vid like this!!! a I absolutely love your vids so so much!!!!! I hope you have a great day!
They look as much like the bird we in the US call a “buzzard” as does a pickup truck, which is to say not at all!
Here in the UK our common buzzard is most like the US red tailed hawk.
Incredibly adorable.
Mother father job is great...!
Thank you.
You're welcome!
Wonderful video again. I feed a pair of buzzards in a local wood where I live in Cornwall.
Amazing!
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I gasped when I saw the chicks. Been waiting for this story all year.
U sir have a wonderful life.
Great video 👍
I love your videos ❤
Thanks 😊
Very nice video
02:38 Like a scene from a fairytale
A beautiful morning!
I live in a suburb of Liverpool which borders a country park and Lord Derby's estate and we have had a family of 5 buzzards flying overhead throughout the summer and autumn
Sounds wonderful 😊
Very cool!!
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Beautiful shots of their flight and the babies. Also truly thankful for views of the surrounding environment for context - and because it is such beautiful countryside. Thankyou.
That was amazing to see thank you
thanks for this!
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Waiting for the next video ❤️👍
Halo
I've always love to watch videos such as yours showing d beauty and miracles of life of animals, birds frm mating, birth and adulthood!! Am always fascinated with God's creations. Thk u for your efforts in showing us these miracles and commentaries to go with it.
J'ai hâte de voir la suite... Toujours un plaisir de vous suivre... BRAVO! From Québec, Canada
Another lovely video. They truly are magnificent birds. There's a pair near to me - I hear them regularly, and often see them riding the thermals overhead. Sometimes I'm fortunate enough to see one perched on the telegraph pole outside my house. My kids are always amused at the rooks haranguing him/her but the buzzard just sits there casually ignoring them. Is the female missing an eye at 4.11
Thanks so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I have one in the backyard right now. I have been trying to get some footage of it with my new camera setup. No luck yet.
That's brilliant, good luck!
@@RobertEFuller You got me into it. I live close to the Flint River in Alabama. So far I have gotten Herons, Egrets and some Bald Eagles. Not to mention the deer and raccoons.
Wonderful, thank you so much