'Nestflix': the peregrine falcon livestream that has Australians glued to their screens
Summary
A livestream called "Nest-flix" features peregrine falcons living on top of a Melbourne skyscraper. Australians have been watching these birds since it started in 2017, especially during the Covid pandemic. The stream shows the falcons' lives, including dramatic events like chicks hatching and preparing to fly.Key Facts
- "Nest-flix" is a 24-hour livestream of peregrine falcons that started gaining popularity during the Covid pandemic.
- The falcons live at the top of a building in Melbourne, Australia, offering high-drama events such as chick births and first flights.
- The project began after Dr. Victor Hurley found the nesting site in 1991 and installed a nest box in 1992 to improve nesting success.
- A webcam broadcasts the falcons live on YouTube since 2017, and a dedicated Facebook fan page has over 50,000 members.
- During the pandemic, the livestream attracted many viewers by offering them a connection to nature.
- Peregrine falcons are territorial and compete fiercely for the nesting site, which is rich in food like pigeons and sparrows.
- In 2022, a new male falcon replaced an older one during the incubation period after a prolonged battle.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.