Ryukyu Scops Owl, Northern Boobook, Black Paradise Flycatcher breeding
Continuing to observe the Ryukyu Scops Owl chick after fledging. It was in a somewhat more visible spot than before. The female parent was nearby keeping watch.
Northern Boobooks are fledging one after another, but at a nest where the chicks are still small the male parent was standing guard close to the nest.
Black Paradise Flycatcher breeding also appears to be going well — the chick that fledged from the pair I have been watching for some time has grown considerably. The adults will probably begin a second breeding attempt, so the fledgling may end up acting as a helper.
The Ryukyu Scops Owl fledgling had moved to a more visible position, giving me a full view of the bird.
The female parent keeping watch nearby.
Male parent Brown Hawk-Owl. Fledging still seems to be a little way off.
A Japanese Paradise Flycatcher that has grown nearly as impressive as an adult.
The female parent of the individual above. It seemed to be on the verge of starting a second brood.