After a tumultuous breeding season in 2021 which saw a new female peregrine take over from an established matriarch leading to the loss of the previous incumbent’s eggs, viewers watching the webcams focussed on the peregrine nest atop Nottingham Trent University’s Newton Building in the centre of Nottingham were likely hoping for less dramatic viewing this year.
After a positive start to the season with the laying of four eggs and the hatching of two chicks right on schedule, Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has today advised that the two remaining eggs are unlikely to hatch. Whilst many will see this as sad news, the charity, which had worked in partnership with the University to monitor the nest for over two decades, is reminding watchers that with two healthy chicks remaining – the prospects for a successful season remain on track.
Speaking on behalf of the Trust, Head of People & Nature Liz Fleuty said: “The webcams provide a wonderful window on nature. In the pair’s first season last year they managed to successfully fledge one chick – so with two chicks remaining we’re still on course for a good season.”