Barn Owl Pair Search For Perfect Nest 🦉🦉| Willow & Ghost | Robert E Fuller
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
- When lonely male barn owl Ghost meets Willow, a female, it seems like the perfect match! But when their would-be home is taken by kestrels, the pair must go elsewhere to find the best spot to nest...
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Love at first sight
In January, Ghost, a young male barn owl takes up residence in the sycamore stump nest box. He’s comfortable here, but still needs a mate, so, when Willow, a young female arrives, it seems to be the perfect match.
But just as their romance begins to blossom, the pair get some unwanted attention...
Fight for the nest
The kestrel pair, known as Mr and Mrs Kes, are very keen to take this spot for themselves. After a couple of weeks of intimidation, Ghost concedes the nest… it’s just not worth the fight. Now, Ghost needs to find a new place… and the nearby barn owl tower may be a good option.
A new start
Ghost heads into the nest box to check it out and after a look around, he decides this may be just the spot… but he’s still got to convince Willow! He calls her inside and the pair continue to court.
Willow unsettled
However, whilst Willow seems to like Ghost, she just isn’t convinced by his choice of nest site. She seems to have her heart set on the sycamore stump nest, and heads over for another look. But now, the nest is occupied!
Feathers fly
Willow has stumbled upon the female kestrel, who vigorously defends her clutch of eggs and two tiny chicks! After the scuffle, Willow retreats… but she’s not giving up without a fight. 20 minutes later, she returns to the kestrel nest. But the kestrel has a young family to protect and would fight to the death if needed. Defeated, Willow heads over to the feeding post to cool off… only to be hit by a passing barn owl!
Home improvements
The barn owl tower seems to be the best spot for these owls, but Willow still isn't convinced. So, I’ve got my tools and I’m heading up to make some home improvements.
A happy ending
Willow and Ghost seem to love the new, improved nest box and soon the pair are ready to mate. They're both a bit inexperienced, but soon get the hang of it. It’s so exciting to see this young relationship blossom, and it’s been amazing to get an insight into their courtship. Things seem to be going so well, I can’t wait to see if they lay eggs soon!
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Willow: wowww you did quite the job with the renovations!
Ghost: uhhh yeah, yep. That was definitely me..
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wow... a few months ago we saw this story from Mrs. Kes's perspective. Now we see this story from Willow's perspective. What a great storytelling
I was just about to comment this. It's great to see two sides of the same story.
So glad you enjoyed it, thank you! I like to show the stories from each point of view
@@SPRlNK Yes Mrs. Kes's babies fledge last summer and they were all healthy and so was Mrs. Kes
Same! Was just about to comment this!
Nature righting itself at the end with Willow getting swiped on.
The barn owl's love song: *screeching in fury, at a volume loud enough to wake Cerberus in the underworld* 😅
Honestly though, this couple is so adorable. Picky Willow really wants that next box to be fit for a queen, which she is. 😊
Yep, not all owls hoot!
Your videos are so beautifully constructed and narrated I could watch them all day, Robert. You are a master storyteller and your passion for your wildlife is palpable. Thank you so much REF for allowing us the privilege to watch these enchanting moments 🙏🦉💚
Agree
Perfectly put
100%
💯👍❗♾
How do I get a landlord this concerned with my happiness, haha!
This still makes me laugh 😂 birds do real estate hunt like people do and it seems like they have a time share place to vacation or holiday to just like people
Imagine you were embarrassed from a defeat and then someone suddenly fly by just to hit you on the head.
That happened to me yesterday morning actually!😂😂😂
Xdd lol that happens to me mostly in Minecraft
You are so thoughtful Mr Fuller and I love your story telling looking at willows point of view
Old mate robert fuller pulling the biggest bro wingman move for ghost. nice one
There’s so much drama hidden behind such a serene landscape.
Wonderful narration and editing. Ghost and Willow are delightful.
Ikr
As a straight man, you good sir are my man crush. I love everything you're doing and everthing you're about. Much love and respect
Your video Robert helps me to forget about the mess our world is in right now.
Thank you for doing these videos, they really are uplifting to me! 🦋
Yes!! Me too!! I catch myself smiling & laughing so much!
It's amazing how a few modifications to the barn owl nest instantly inspired them to mate. Great video!
It actually wasn’t instant. I remember wondering if they even liked the renovations because Ghost used to sleep there but stopped after it was changed. This all happened a while ago, and the kestrel chicks have grown up and fledged, and after going back and forth between the Tower and the Sycamore, Willow finally laid 4 eggs in the Sycamore (where the kestrels were). Gylfie has 5 new eggs now too, a second brood! (I watch the livestreams so that’s how I know all this.)
Ghostie, who never gave up, and managed to woo Willow in the end :)
With some nest remodeling help from REF.
Sometimes a girl can play "hard to get" but that's because she's in it for life...not just over night!😉😁
Ghost has been waiting patiently for months, and finally Willow is his prize. Some nights its been like a owl rave with the noise of these two. But the nest site was in need of a makeover, thanks for noticing that Robert.
Willow: "This place needs a lot of work, why not just call a guy ... the one that is always watching us with those glassy things"
Fascinating! Your renovations did the trick. Downsizing was an excellent idea, and just enough to stimulate the courtship. Good job Robert!
Tiny houses ARE trending!!!😂😁❤
Owls are the most beautiful creatures ❤️❤️
I love barn owls and their "Nazgul" screetch!!!🥰
Owls are like no other bird. They deffer, are extremely adaptable, my favourite bird. I have enjoyed your work maybe as much as you have!. Thank you for sharng.
I was mad at Willow watching Mrs kes's video. Now I feel for her too. It's nice seeing both sides. They all just want a nice home for their babies.
And for all birds involved, its not their fault for the battles over nest sites, more and more good nest sites get destroyed so it forces different birds to fight for good and safe nesting spots
Adorable! I wanted to root for Willow for the stump, but gotta root for the momma with babies.
I love watching your videos because I am a bird person I love birds
I could listen to you narrating for hours about Owls sir. Truly a unique experience.
Aren't they beautiful birds.What an insight into their lives.Thankyou Robert for such a wonderful video ,can't wait for the next update 🦉🦉🌳
Your videos are a highlight of my day!
Glad you like them!
Aaaw it's so good to see how their relationship blossomed, beautiful pair, such a great film, thank you Robert and the crew ❤️
Remodeling the owl (prospective) nest is going above and beyond. Success, and well done, Mr. Fuller!
Gorgeous footage of their courtship! The nestbox improvements seem to have done the trick!
I love this channel so much, the narrator is soothing. It helps so much with my anxiety. 🙏
Willow finally got sycamore in the end and now 4 baby barn owls chicks soon to come as well
Wait really what happened to the other birds that were there?
@@williammcalpine2718 The keslings fledged so Mr and Mrs Kes left
@@HaosBrawler23 that’s such good news I was worried for a second that they were attacked again
There was a happy ending for the 6 kestrel chicks - here is my video of them fledging - ua-cam.com/video/lBC_o0pThVg/v-deo.html
I enjoy hearing this lad talk about owls. Its the simple things
Terrific filming! Never had the opportunity to see their courtship behaviour before. They make a very healthy looking pair, but the beak grabbing looks a bit painful! They clearly liked your home improvements!
🥰they ARE a cute couple!!! I could only hope!🥺😌
What a sweet video, thank you very much, Robert! I love coming back here for new updates
Better love story than most hollywood movies!
I love the names u give them
:) so amazing to see their story
Yooo ayup time works
Also I agree these burbs are cute 😌
Eyy
Lovely couple. Watching their story is wonderful.
Awesome video
You provide so much for both these owls and us viewers. For that. I thank you Robert!
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The little bounce he does is so precious
This guy is good. Like the Crocodile hunter just has it.
Beautiful couple ♥️ ♥️ ♥️
It’s truly interesting to see willow attacking Mrs.Kes’s nest. I was so truly frightened previously when this was shown from Mrs. Kes’s perspective previously. It seems mothers do have stronger will. I bet willow is this tough now too sitting on her precious eggs.
This is the most wholesome amazing channel ever. I wish Robert E fuller was my dad.
That was absolutely adorable such beautiful owls I must say and the amazing Kestrel thanks so much ,
Home improvement made well.
At 2:24 I was surprised when he rushed her while screaming but I guess it's just play fighting for owls. It was really cute to learn owls "wrestle" too
Thank you Robert for another lovely raptor video! It’s always wonderful to get to see all the beautiful animals on your farm.
Glad you enjoyed it
such beautiful owls, another great video robert keep up the good work
Wonderful story! And Beautiful birds..🥰💜💜
I'm glad Willow gave up on pestering that mother Kestrel. Willow and Ghost have a perfect place now, thanks to Robert, well done!
I missed Barney😢❤️
Adorable video!
4:12 there was also a visit of Willow in the nest, when all Kestrel chicks were hatched. No kestrel parent at home, she just looked into the nest. The chicks were sleeping. Somehow creepy ;)
interesting
Niesamowite nagrania...przepiękne ptaki, pozdrawiam z Polski
I only wish videos were longer Robert
I’m hoping to put them into a series so you can follow the story all the way through
This guy an expert wingman
Fascinating to watch. I learn from you all the time. Thanks Mr Fuller!
Very welcome
Great story, thank you, beautiful owls 💖
Beautiful
Wonderful story, beautifully shot. Next episode eagerly anticipated!
Willow is a beauty.
1:02 he’s so cute
Aww they have my heart ❤️❤️
AWESOME 👏
Love watching these majestic beautiful birds
TY so much Robert! Perfect place now for this lovely couple! 👍👏👌
If I were an barn owl, I would move in there immediately! 🐦💚
I hope Robert E fuller achieves happiness and I love these videos.
Amazing video. Not a wild life fan but the way you edit your video, story telling and use of music is really good! Love it!
Great work Robert
What a story 🥺👍
Willow getting hit by a barn owl was so funny .
I love your channel so much! Thank you for theses amazing videos!
Again....brilliant
Wonderful birds, Well done to Robert E Fuller for all the care he takes with all the birds.. more bird nesting boxes are on the cards I think
We have been seeing the Kestrel side for months, and now, we have a very complete story. Thanks a lot!
Glad you enjoyed it!
This needs to be an HGTV show
Both the barn owls and kestrels have lovely markings on their feathers. UK
Hi rob I love your videos,
I've made some home improvements - smaller wood chips, narrower entrance, some attractive voles nailed to the wall. She'll love it!
So satisfying video, i really feel so good after watching this video😇😇😇
Thank you for taking so much of your time to create such amazing videos!!!! I love birds, and being able to see such intimate parts of their lives is beyond cool!!!! Thank you again Robert!!! Your awesome!!!!!!!!
I can't wait to see her again
Awwwwwe, what a beautiful told story 😍, and they're so beautiful and loud, lol, Ghost screaming for Willow and at her.
Thank you for sharing their lives 🙏 ❤!
We need more people like you Robert. Have a lovely Thursday together with your wildlife, and other loved ones.
Friendly greetings from us:Anne and Harry my labrador boy who's always watches the videos 📹 with me. 👌🦉🦉❤❤❤❤😘👋
Thank you for sharing!
Mr. Fuller...you are an awesome man ❤️🦉
Love the vids! 💯
These birds have a better love story than half of the ones I've seen
beautiful as always, roberte fuller
Thank you for the video REF! Please do a video of the Barn Owls flying over the fields of Fotherdale and seeing them hunt.
I'm not sure they actually hunt, in the streams there is a food post that REF occasionally puts a bunch of food on.
@@whirl3690 They do hunt though, food from the post is just a supplementary source for them. Esp. for Ghost, as he often brings voles for Willow, caught by himself
With the amount of times Finn makes deliveries, he definitely hunts!
Human doing home improvement for owls....
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Can really see both sides of the story here Kes vs. Barn Owls, seems like Kes' may soon be repaying the sycamore visit
love the the vid
I DON'T KNOW WHY PEOPLE DON'T WATCH ANIMALS THEY JUST REALISED THAT THEY ARE FOOL WHO DON'T LOVE ANIMELS
No they love watching animals but they don’t love watch is birds why why they don’t like birds I love birds ❤️ and this is making me sad 💔
Keep it up, 1M sub won’t be hard for you at all!
Can you imagine coming home from work one day only to discover your house was completely remodeled in that time? Cause that's what Robert did with Barn Owl Tower.
Awesome vid!!!! Love your home improvement skills 🥰🥰