We have waited to post an update because of all the uncertainty surrounding this nesting season.
Earlier today, several viewers pointed out what appeared to be a pip in one of the eggs. Better and closer views this afternoon confirmed that there is indeed a pip — hatching has officially begun!
This development is especially remarkable because just as we were beginning to lose hope that any young would be produced this year, the first chick is now working its way into the world.
What makes this even more surprising is that the eggs have not always been incubated consistently throughout the past month. At times, some eggs were left uncovered, yet at least one egg managed to remain viable under the care of the adult falcons over the past 30+ days.
Now the big question is: how many chicks will hatch?
Stay tuned as this extraordinary season continues to unfold live.