 Peregrine falcon on Derby Cathedral roof (photo: Robert Kilgour) |
People in Derby will get the chance to see a pair of peregrine falcons and their chicks thanks to the help of a team of wildlife experts. The new parents returned to nest at Derby Cathedral for the second year and hatched two chicks on 10 May.
Cameras have already been installed over the nest to follow the birds' progress via the internet.
But over the next few weeks, people will be able to see the family through special telescopes on Cathedral Green.
The telescopes will be trained on the nest platform and the gargoyles. Volunteers from Derbyshire Wildlife Trust will be on hand to give out information on the birds of prey.
The peregrine female laid a further two eggs but a spokesperson said these had not yet hatched and were thought to be infertile.
In 2006, thousands of people visited the cathedral to catch a glimpse of the new family.
The Derby Peregrine Project has been set up by Derby City Council, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and Derby Cathedral.
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