This year 6 eggs were laid in the end of March. Hatching proceeded 25-27.05.2013. At the beginning we observed 6 chicks, but since 10 days later we observe only 5 chicks. During the first week kestrel chicks are feed by the female with the prey (voles in this nest) captured by the male and brought to the nest. Female tears small parts of the vole and gives it to the chicks. After two week chicks start cutting the prey and eating by themselves. This is the time when they also stat to fledge ...
