American Kestrel Chicks Getting Active In The Nest Box

The American Kestrel chicks will soon be fledglings, and they are starting to look the part. At 17–20 days old on June 1, their juvenile feathers are beginning to emerge, and they are already exhibiting behaviors associated with older birds, including tail bobbing. This behavior can be a useful field mark for identifying American Kestrels and is thought to help maintain balance while perching, landing, and handling prey. Watch LIVE at AllAboutBirds.org/Kestrels

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