A daily journal.
Mainly introducing wild birds of Ishigaki Island, Okinawa, through photos.

Northern Boobook and Ruddy Kingfisher fledge

All three Ryukyu Northern Boobooks have fledged. The two Ryukyu Ruddy Kingfisher chicks whose fledging I confirmed the other day were seen again on this visit.

Northern Boobook

Fledgling Brown Hawk-Owls perched on the nest tree.

Ruddy Kingfisher

A fledgling Ruddy Kingfisher confirmed on two consecutive days.

Ruddy Kingfisher

Same individual as above.

Ruddy Kingfisher

The parent of the chick above.

Ryukyu Scops Owl

The seventh Ryukyu Scops Owl nest of the season.

Ryukyu Scops Owl

Only the male was keeping watch outside, so fledging still appears to be some time away.

Wax plant

Up in the hills, the Hoya flowers are increasing.

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