Question for Ken and others about first flight

Posted by Trisha on
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I'm wondering if there is any data or details about how to recognize the seconds before first flight away from the nest. Is an adult usually present and watching? Is the adult involved in coaxing them from the nest? Is the flight usually accompanied by vocalizing from either the young or adults? Is it usually just one initial flight and how far? Do they need a stiff breeze for first time success? I guess it could be different with each situation, but I just wondered if anyone has any insight on how to predict the happening other than the obvious. I wish I had thought to talk to Lynda about it when she was here.