Explore the day-by-day activities and developments in the lives of American Kestrels (North America’s smallest falcon), nesting in a backyard nest box in Benicia, California; Click on a day’s post to view photos and videos:
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May 29, 2026: One Chick Has Fledged!
When I checked the nest box camera this morning, there were three chicks instead of four!…
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May 28, 2026: Still Waiting
There was a substantial downpour last night, but today was then mostly sunny and less windy.…
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May 27, 2026: Getting Restless
The Kestrel chicks remained in their nest box today. By early evening they were acting quite…
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May 26, 2026: Still Stickin’ To Home
Despite a nice sunny and warmer day, the Kestrel chicks remained in their nest box! So,…
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May 25, 2026: Not Yet Fledged
I thought for sure the Kestrel chicks would leave the nest box for the first time…
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May 24, 2026: More Peeking Out
On this yet another cold and very windy day, the Kestrel chicks alternated peeking out of…
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May 23, 2026: Peeking Out, Finally!!
The Kestrel chicks FINALLY peeked out of their nest box for the first time, today. Getting…
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May 22, 2026: Jumping Up
The Kestrel chicks are still not spending any time peeking out of their nest box. But,…
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May 21, 2026: “Business” As Usual
Today was much the same as yesterday: The chicks continue to be well fed by both…
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May 20, 2026: Exercising & Eating – But Not Yet Peeking
Both Kestrel parents continue to feed the chicks regularly, and the chicks have begun to exercise…
Benicia Kestrels 