Departure of the Storks Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
The storks have flown away. The nest, which teemed with life for many months, now remains empty. The journey has begun....
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Peaceful Days Before Departure Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
47 The last days storks spent alternately – once on the chimney, once in the nest. Although departure time is near, they still spend nights in their nest, resting before the long journey....
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Storks on a Chimney Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
29 The storks moved to a nearby chimney to spend time grooming. This is an important part of their daily routine, keeping their plumage in good condition....
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Night Rest Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
46 After turbulent days, two storks are seen in the nest again. They spend the night together, resting in silence....
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Alone in the Rain Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
32 A few days after the dramatic events when a foreign stork threw out an egg, Przepiórek stands alone in the nest. A downpour is passing over Trzciniec, raindrops flowing down his feathers....
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A Foreign Stork Throws Out an Egg Nowości z gniazda
40 In the afternoon, a stork with rings appeared in the nest and threw out one of the eggs. It stayed there for over half an hour before flying away, leaving the nest empty. Unfortunately, our pair will not have offspring this season....
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Long Absence Nowości z gniazda
34 The nest remains empty, and Przepiórek and Trzcinka spend time in the field. Unfortunately, the long cooling means the brood likely has no chance of success....
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Neglect of Duties Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
42 Our joy didn't last long – Trzcinka is increasingly leaving the nest, leaving Przepiórek alone. Eventually, he also had to leave, most likely out of hunger or thirst. It is unknown if the eggs will withstand such long airing....
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A Moment of Respite Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
35 Incubating eggs is a demanding task, so the stork stands up occasionally to stretch its legs and improve the arrangement of the eggs. Although the eggs are not visible, we can observe the parents' careful care of the nest....
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Caring for the Eggs Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
34 Trzcinka has laid eggs! She was seen carefully improving the lining and gently rolling at least two eggs. Przepiórek and Trzcinka officially begin a new stage – now shared incubation and care for the future offspring await them....
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First Eggs Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
31 Despite the difficulties, our storks have their first eggs. Although their number remains a mystery, the birds' behavior clearly indicates that the hollow in the nest is no longer empty....
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Closer to the First Egg? Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
32 Trzcinka is spending more time in the nest, and her behavior suggests coming changes. She is preparing the hollow, although for now she is only trying it out. When Przepiórek returns, she greets him exceptionally warmly. Does this mean the first egg is close?...
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Uninvited Guests Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
35 Przepiórek and Trzcinka again had to defend their nest. An intruder tried to disturb their peace, but together they successfully drove it away. The stork pair watches over their home....
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Return to Balance Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
39 After previous tensions, peace has returned to the nest. Przepiórek and Trzcinka seem to have reached an agreement, and the male may have even "apologized" to his partner for his behavior. When he flew off for morning hunts, she stayed in the nest and took care of the hollow – perhaps the first egg will appear soon?...
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Przepiórek's Attack Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
46 For unclear reasons, Przepiórek attacked Trzcinka, forcing her to leave the nest. After some time, the female returned, and the situation seems to have calmed down. However, it is not known if this is the definitive end of these unexpected tensions....
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A Moment for Grooming Nowości z gniazda
36 Trzcinka appeared in the nest and devoted time to thorough feather care. Storks regularly clean their plumage, removing dirt and arranging feathers to be ready for flight. This is an important ritual that helps them stay in good condition....
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Preparations for Laying Eggs Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
44 Our new pair, though late, is still trying for offspring. The chances for a successful brood are small, but the important thing is that the pair has bonded and can work together on the nest....
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Change of Partner Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
35 Unfortunately, the previous partner left Przepiórek and forced him to spend the rest of the month alone. Now a new female has appeared, so we will see if the season still has a chance of success....
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Preparations in Solitude Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
31 Przepiórek is still waiting for a partner and uses the waiting time to improve the nest. He brings new twigs and lays them carefully – everything must be ready for the new season....
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Lonely Przepiórek Nowości z gniazda
57 Przepiórek spends time alone in the nest, looking for a new partner. The previous female left him, but maybe not all is lost....
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Trzcinka Has Returned Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
37 After a long wait, Przepiórek finally has his partner back. Although strong winds hindered their efforts for offspring, they didn't give up – and they succeeded! Soon we can expect the first egg, although it most likely won't be visible on camera....
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Przepiórek Is Already Here! Nowości z gniazda VIDEO GALLERY
51 In recent days, the nest has been visited by passing storks, but none stayed for long. Today that changed – after a long wait, Przepiórek has returned! Now we can follow his daily life and look out for his partner's arrival....
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Another Passing Guest Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
38 Once again a stork checked into the nest for a rest. A sign that the migration season is in full swing....
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Guest in the Nest Nowości z gniazda GALLERY
60 This morning a stork appeared in the nest, but it wasn't one of our hosts. It stopped for a moment to rest during its migration....
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Waiting for Storks Nowości z gniazda
44 With the arrival of March, we are observing the arrival of the first Polish storks. Soon we can expect the arrival of Przepiórek, followed immediately by Trzcinka. By the end of the month, our camera should be mounted on a higher, stable frame, allowing for more precise observation of these beautiful birds. I also encourage visitors to register on our new forum in the "Forum" tab....