Clever Kestrel Mum Raises Chicks After Male Disappears | Jeff & Jenny | Full Story | Robert E Fuller

[@baddnurse5443]

Jeff is greatly missed , Jenny is an amazing mother and so happy 3 fledglings thrived ❤️

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes 🙌 Jeff was amazing and it was a pleasure to share his short life with you all 🤩 We all will miss him so much,he was my favourite of the brood and I’m sure the favourite of many of the followers of kestrel’s stories here at Fotherdale Hopefully there will be a match out there for Jenny for the 2024 breeding season 🤞

[@brigidconroy2111]

Darn I hate how cruel and cold nature can be

[@NormanChester882]

Bad nurse, how are you? May you live well in 2024,

[@elsawhiteis4925]

I’m curious to find out if Jeff’s male children carry on the feeding of future children characteristic. Maybe it could become a past oned behavior. ?

[@NormanChester882]

@@elsawhiteis4925hi Elsa, I subscribed but I don't know what happened to the offspring, 🌞

[@sir1603]

Like mother like son But more importantly Like father like son You made your parents proud, Jeff

[@freshandzestyfood5033]

I always love seeing the males gazing their first egg. It's nice to see Jenny on the feeding post daily.

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes the nest cameras capture many amazing moment and the male looking at the first egg is always special

[@torra9979]

I think it’s safe to say that the traits Mr Kes had, had passed down to Jeff. I hope from here, it passes down to his offspring in turn. Such a gentle bloodline of kestrels. We’ll all miss them both.

[@nowandaround312]

"Gentle" is definitely not a trait you want in a predator. I wouldn't call this behavior "gentle" though, I'd call it intelligent and dedicated. Sad to see them both disappear.

[@mossx5241]

it was magickal to see Jeff imitate his dad. maybe Jeffs chicks picked up on it too. their shared time together was shorter, but it would be amazing if Mr. Kes' legacy continued on

[@kelsofox369]

It’s hard to let go. I’m sorry Robert. I think in past videos there was hopes jeff was just missing and now it’s acknowledging he is gone. But this video was for you to let go I think and for us to hear Jeff’s story. And what a beautiful story it was. Sad and made me cry but Jeff got to live because of you and got a shot at a family. Solid tribute to Jeff. You’re a hero for these birds. Thank you for all that you do. Jenny is such a hard working mom and thanks to you she was able to keep her chicks. This spring it would really cool if you’d build a new nest in Jeff’s honor. Maybe one of his kids will take it over.

[@RobertEFuller]

It’s always special filming the kestrels stories, glad Jeff has touched other people’s hearts as well 🥰

[@johnDoe-gv8si]

What kills kestrels?

[@RobertEFuller]

Bigger birds of prey, Red Kites buzzards and Tawny owls They take them out to as they compete for food. Plus rodenticide like rat poison if they eat a rodent that’s eaten some But a very sudden disappearance suggests he was predated

[@johnDoe-gv8si]

​@@RobertEFuller It's sad his life ended so quickly, but he didn't fail. He came into this world, and he made a new generation to experience it. That's what all wild creatures dream of. He may have only been a father once, but he was damned good at it.

[@kenhughes4715]

Thank you for being there during their time of need. You are remarkable.

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks it’s my pleasure to help wildlife and share my stories with so many people

[@lindaclough9234]

Love watching all these birds I’m sorry Jeff is gone but Jennie is a great mom. I could sit and watch long story’s of all the birds and animals you film.

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks 😊 if you like the longer stories there is a section on my channel Called full stories where they all are together

[@lindaclough9234]

I’ll go look for it. Thank you

[@missy7871]

Thank you, Robert and team, for the great tribute to this kestrel pair's story. The loss of Jeff is still felt whenever I catch a video. His history with the channel was a meaningful one, even if very brief. After all, seeing Jeff take care of his chicks like Mr.kes did reminds you of the beauty of nature but also the resilience of these birds. ❤ much love and happy new year 🎉

[@RobertEFuller]

Hi 👋 yes poor Jeff we all loved him, he will always be remembered by us I remember taking out of the nest when Mrs Kes disappeared I didn’t think he was going to survive, but he did 😄 he last to hatch always the smallest and last to fledge Yet with a bit of extra care went on to take the place of his father Mr Kes holding territory here at Fotherdale

[@bred4389]

@missy7871 Thank you for sharing exactly how I feel. Jeff🙏🏽🙏🏽🥲

[@allenholmes2353]

I m so glad that there is a whole episode dedicated to Jeff and his family. I could never imagine that I care so for a kestrel and so proud of him

[@RobertEFuller]

@@allenholmes2353it’s amazing how we become attached to wild birds as if they were our pets

[@juliesong4123]

I remember when you weren't sure if Jeff was a boy or a girl! So glad he fatherd a clutch.

[@HeatherG0707]

Oh poor Jeff, he was such a good father. Im so glad you help all these beautiful animals!!! Thank you!!!

[@NormanChester882]

Thank you for caring for them ♥️

[@RobertEFuller]

It’s my pleasure 😊

[@Alfakkin]

​@RobertEFuller thank you for your amazing work with animals and for sharing your experience with us...❤❤❤

[@christine8882]

Sure do miss seeing him at the feeding post every morning 😔 Fotherdale Legend

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes we all miss him It’s crazy to think about how attached we become to wild birds

[@shilohndrah]

Jeff's loss is so sad, and Jenny is such a great mom, making sure that all the chicks get enough to eat, even though they are competing for food. This video is so wonderful because it shows how the fledglings gain confidence, "bothering Jenny at the feeding post" and so on. They really seem to help each other make the leap, and stick around the nest until the young birds are ready to find new territory and make their own families. Thank you Robert for showing more of Jeff and Jenny's brood becoming independent with your help. It's truly inspiring and emotional.

[@PariahQuail]

Robert is the Jacques Cousteau of the wind and skies. These are so beautifully shot and edited.

[@telemachus53]

What a great film. I was mesmerised. I'll never look at kestrels in the same light! Thanks for a wonderful vid.!

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks I don’t look at kestrel’s in the way I used too, too when i pass by a kestrel hovering on the side of the road I often wonder about there lives too

[@CrunchyCelery]

Every one of your storyful productions is so amazingly entertaining. Absolutely A+++ production. I honestly don’t think it gets better. Every captivating story and the work you’ve put into the nests, cameras, little hidden doors for access soo you can help. Absolutely wonderful. Just love them all. Thank you so kindly for all of your hard work building, traveling, recording, narrating, just everything. You bring all of these, so very many, creatures into my own mental surroundings. I feel like I’m there. Thanks!

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks for your kind words I have a team of people helping me produce these films, we are all very proud of what we achieve and so pleased so many people appreciate our work

[@IM_Arcades]

This story makes me sad 😕 I miss Jeff a lot. I'm glad Jeff managed to keep Mr and Mrs Kes's line alive before something happened.

[@egujuga]

jeff is not the only chick mr and mrs kes had

[@duygunurtan3180]

​@egujugapupfh7543 but still it's nice seeing him have his own line 🥲❤️

[@NYandAZ]

Mr. Kes sure passed on his amazing genes to Jeff. He was a dad to his brood, just as his dad was to him. He would have made a wonderful mate to Jenny for many years. To lose him at such a young age was so heartbreaking. Jenny is a fantastic mother and I’m sure she truly appreciated that “magic food post”. I would have loved to see Jeff and Jenny together like Mr. and Mrs. Kes. I hope Jenny will find a suitable male, but after how well she and Jeff worked so flawlessly together, Jeff is going to be a hard act to follow. Jenny will keep him in line. What an opportunity for you to make sure Jeff didn’t perish as a young hatchling. I can’t imagine how difficult his loss was to you, personally. I know it’s nature, and how cruel it can be however he was so close to being able to see his brood fly away for their first times; leaving he and Jenny to resume and strengthen their relationship together. RIP Jeff. You were a fantastic father to 3 beautiful “children”. Your dad would have been very proud of you. I hope some stay close so we can see another pair get together. Or when/if Jenny is ready to find another suitable male. 🥰

[@milliebanks7209]

Dr. Fuller, you tell such heart warming stories regardless of owl, falcon or any other! Thank you so much!

[@birdlover8992]

I love this channel because when diaster strikes you help them out....I have to step away from some other nest channels because no one lends any help so most situations end in disaster and that is too hard to watch them struggle in vain....thank you for the love and care you show to these wild creatures...GOD bless❤

[@ravenwolf7128]

birdlover--so true! I'm so glad Robert leaves food for the mom when poor Jeff got predated.

[@The_Robert.Fletcher]

What an emotional movie. Thanks for letting us look in their world.

[@UmbreonLuv1]

Could you make a playlist that contain the full story series for all of your animals? I'd love to binge watch them all!

[@RobertEFuller]

Hi 👋 glad you are enjoying my channel If you type in Robert fuller full story into KZbin you will find a play list of my full stories 😊

[@UmbreonLuv1]

@@RobertEFuller Ahh, I see! I kept looking through your playlists on your channel instead of searching. I'll try that, thank you!

[@Lexusgx550]

We all miss you Jeff. Kestrels are beautiful

[@soniaribeirokloth1914]

Hi, Robert! Amazing video, this couple will never be forgotten!! Great tribute for unforgettable Jeff!!👏 I miss him very much!!😔 Thank you for your magnificent support, during that so hard moment of loss!!! 👍🙏🙏😊🤗😃

[@somewhere367]

Why does Jeff disappearing make me so sad 😢. He was so young.

[@nickylogandice4830]

I instantly started bawling when I saw the video. I miss Jeff so much!

[@RobertEFuller]

We all miss Jeff he was the weakest chick of his clutch and then became such a capable adult but his life was short unfortunately

[@LKBRICKS1993]

Excellent video really enjoyed watching the kestrel story. Jeff will be missed ❤

[@nancydemoss2945]

Beautiful video. Robert. Thanks so much. I'm sorry for the loss of Jeff. Jenny did a great job of taking care of her brood and I love listening to the Kestrel chatter.

[@susanleezer182]

Thank you Robert. I love that story of Jeff and Jenny.😊😊😊❤. I hate that Jeff disappeared!!😢😢😢😢😢. Jenny is a great mother😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@phriedokra6158]

Tha you for saving Jeff and caring for these beautiful birds..

[@kerrykestrowl6785]

Jeff was a sweet confidant brave funny loyal kestrel I will never forget you 🕯️

[@RobertEFuller]

He was incredible and touched so many people’s hearts

[@stephenwilliams6682]

Thank you and the Kestrel’s for a very entertaining video and thank you for what you do for Wildlife.

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊 thank you for watching and commenting 😊

[@jetpackadventures1202]

just excellent as alwaya and the bonus of an extra long riverting video - cudos to you from Australia

[@yanglespoof]

I love your videos, they are so calm and yet full of stories. Keep up the great work!

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks and yes the stories will keep coming 😃

[@rachrenee5240]

I know how much Jeff meant to you. I'm so sorry for your loss. Mother nature is rough and always teaching us. Happy you had your time with him ❤ I rescued a crow that fell from my palm last year and mom hung around as I fed him and kept him safe until he could fly... He ended up disappearing as well and so I know the feeling. 😢. Little part of Jeff in those babies though😊thank you for all you do!

[@TheStickCollector]

Always good to see these full life stories. Nice. Hope everyone is doing well

[@khurshidahmad4208]

On a daily basis I like to see your videos and enjoy them. You are doing a great job buddy. Keep it up. The narration of videos is quite impressive.

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks 😊 for your kind words glad you are enjoying what we are doing here

[@patriciagarcia2766]

Thank you for the lovely, but heartbreaking, story. Jeff was a great kestrel, like his father. The chick's were really blessed/a good & attentive mother.😊

[@sgeorgia4729]

Thank you, as always Robert. As a fan of the remarkable Mr. Kes, I am sad to see his equally remarkable son is now gone. I noticed these chicks weren't ringed. I'm assuming that Jenny was never gone long enough for you to get them out of the nest and back before she returned. Hopefully at least one of them will stay in the area to carry on what Mr. Kes began. Thank you!

[@lesliestokes6705]

Robert, I know you don’t know for sure what happened to Jeff, but as a person who knows Kestrels’ well, what is your best guess? I absolutely love your work and appreciate the fact you document the Kestrels’lives and development. Thank you.

[@RobertEFuller]

I think he was predated by a Red kite or a common buzzard I have been studying kestrel’s for decades and have seen a dramatic drop in there numbers Especially where larger bird of prey have increased, 40 years ago there wasn’t buzzards and Red kites around here and there were loads of kestrel Around where I live there used to be 5 pairs of kestrels now they’re is one or two pairs in the same area and Buzzards and kites are numerous I have seen both species attack kestrels and barn owls

[@brigidconroy2111]

Are Kestrels on an endangered list? Does the British Wildlife Service rehome bird’s Would there ever be a time when buzzards would be moved to another location?

[@NYandAZ]

@@brigidconroy2111That would be fantastic to see them put on the endangered species list …..quickly. They’re hatching new kestrels, but if there’s only 6-7 per season, combined with early losses, they’ll need help if they will catch up with increasing their numbers. 🙏🏻🤞🏻🫶🏼

[@alexk7973]

@@brigidconroy2111I‘m thinking that buzzards and kites would be just as natural to the landscape as kestrels. It could be that the high number of kestrels before the return of larger bird of prey was unnatural and that really the area wouldn‘t typically support more than the current number, if all the birds of prey were present. Just like foxes wouldn‘t exist in the numbers that they do, if wolves were present in their natural numbers. As lager species disappeared, some of the smaller ones had an opportunity to outgrow their niche. But with the restoration of the larger species, they might be put back…

[@brigidconroy2111]

@@alexk7973 Mother Nature is a bit of a dirty bird for a species to thrive another must die I have always thought of buzzards as carrion birds rather than hunters but gross as that thought is that can be a necessity

[@eruduma]

Gone but not forgotten. It would have been fascinating to see how far the learned behaviour of the fathers could be passed on, what with Mr Kes inadvertently teaching his son how to brood and feed chicks. Still, 3 healthy chicks is a fine legacy. Well done to Jeff and especially you and Jenny.

[@MsParrotwhisperer]

As a domesticated parrot owner of three parrots and one who has rescued and rehabilitated domesticated parrots for 32 years it is fascinating to watch your films and the care that you give them in lending a helping hand. Thank you for bringing the intimate world of wild birds into our lives.

[@moggy992]

Thank you, Robert, for this full story and back story before Jeff and jenny. Isn't it so very sad for the lost dad regards the kestrel family. But it's nature, and jenny stepped up and brought up her brood.

[@H.O.P.E.1122]

You do a masterful job, Robert.

[@kaya604]

tyvm REF ... i am grateful you helped Jenny provide for her 3 young kestrels and this lovely success story is largely because of your help! .... God bless you and Jeff & Jenny's family ❤ ...

[@harrietking8768]

Robert, that was absolutely stunning! Thank you 🙏 ❤️

[@imsleepingbeauty]

I've never cried over a wild bird before 💔😢

[@mrmrshay4019]

Love watching fantastic great guy Robert hope there's lots more 👍

[@SandyToesStudio]

I just love these longer movies u create, absolutely wonderful and so much better than hollywood can churn out! Thanku

[@denisemarshall2432]

So sad about Jeff for many reasons, not least because he seemed to have learnt some unique skills from his own upbringing with his dad, Mr. Ken. I wonder if his early brooding and chick feeding skills will get passed onto this next generation. Twould be sad if this extra resilience were lost....

[@PixelRockett]

@@denisemarshall2432 Jeff’s other siblings found territory elsewhere, and I wonder if any more of them learnt from their dad

[@kisk74]

Facinating! Beautiful! Thank you!

[@hbanana7]

I miss Jeff so much…Mr. And Mrs. Kes too. I haven’t kept up with the livestream these six months….I watched the last tawny owls fledge though. 😅

[@derekphillips4717]

What a wonderful story! Thank you so much.

[@AutomneEternel]

Loving your naturalist films, they're quite quaint and enjoyable :p

[@MrsW-o6w]

Fantastic video and story Robert, hats off to Jenny, what a super mum! I enjoy all your videos. What you do is amazing absolutely amazing the way you help wildlife and share it with us. Nature is incredible 😊

[@downtownfroggie2569]

Kestrels are so beautiful.

[@Jm-yy5wn]

Such a wonderful Film Robert. Keep doing a great work. I feel so relax when watching your films. Thank you.

[@cathymcglasson6947]

RIP Jeff what an amazing mom

[@kathleenmccaffery1313]

I do so adore you Robert!! Take care of yourself PLEASE!! 😊🌹Why weren't these little sweetlings ringed.. I was wondering🌸 Was our favorite Jeanne busy??❤ ❤❤❤

[@prajaktajoshi6280]

beautiful narration. Thanks

[@patriciatolliver4057]

Patty-I was so sad to lose Jeff. Im certain Jenny will find a new mate who is great as well. Looking forward to the next story about Jenny.

[@Elizabeth-d4g1c]

Thank you so much for all of the hard work you do to help them all survive 😊. And, tell us all about their story❤

[@shannonspage9360]

Jeff was an awesome kestrel and learned his dad skills from the best of them all Mr Kes. He would brood his nestlings and feed them as well, skills he will hopefully pass down to his male offspring. It shows how the effects of roll evolution over time and how one individual can alter a species within a region.

[@shannonspage9360]

It must be a great feeling as a conservationist to see an adult living their best wild life from a chick you held and helped to survive.

[@shilohndrah]

Thanks!

[@deborahhagner5508]

Well done!!. Tears of sadness and happiness at the end.... Good luck Jenny!!!

[@renatefeller5208]

Danke💖

[@rosealonso7273]

I absolutely love your videos. I have high blood pressure and have had a hard time getting it under control. After I discovered your channel and have watching your videos my blood pressure is down. I can’t believe it! Totally amazing. Thank you for what you’ve doing. Rose

[@pilgriminprogress6668]

With all the unhappiness in this world this is such a blessing.

[@MsKayla130]

Amazingly beautiful ❤

[@Lynnthomason45]

Robert this was a wonderful story of love and caring- along with danger and disappointment. But the survival of the chicks and the wonderfully successful Jenny just warms the heart. Thanks so much for sharing these adventures with us. I’m widowed and homebound from severe health issues from a long bout with Covid. You help lift me up with your channel since I am unable to get outside. God Bless You. Lynn in Naples FL 💞

[@RobertEFuller]

Glad you are enjoying my channel 🦉 and I hope your health improves

[@mistingwolf]

Jeff will be missed, but Jenny did great! Curious, was there a reason this brood was not ringed?

[@fuzzlekitty]

What predators do Kestrels have besides Kites? Poor Jeff, may his babies live on. ❤

[@kimhurley7019]

Thank you for your brilliant work!

[@JoyceP1958]

Jeff, You were a great dad who learned from a great dad 🧡😢. My son is also named Jeff and he was also born on May 4th 🙂

[@stuemany]

Great job!

[@edgarmiranda3916]

I really love this series of videos its just Amazing.

[@ranamueez4649]

So cute video thanks again

[@nixdukleinerkobold]

I love this chanel so much. The storytelling, the video itself. It just makes me feel emotional and really happy about life. Thank you

[@lisa_a112]

Wonderful Robert,as always..

[@minal-xf6dg]

It'll be interesting to see who's the lucky one for Jenny in 2024. But Jeff & Mr. Kes broke the image of only females providing for the chicks. It was also interesting to observe Jeff's journey from a young lad to an helpful mate & father even though it was for short span.

[@somebodyoncetoldme4640]

It was funny since Mr kes was courting Jeff, odd he didnt recognize jeff as male even if his feathers werenr developes

[@catherinecincione6902]

Awesome video! Is there a reason why these chicks weren’t banded?

[@RobertEFuller]

I was away in the Arctic 🥶 Svalbard filming when they were the right size

[@chantellebadenhorst4654]

Wow, what a great dad Jeff was! I noticed you did not ring the chicks this time, any reason for that?

[@dianatrout4127]

The best video to watch! Thanx!

[@ladonnaradney3466]

Wonderful video, thank you!

[@joerudnik9290]

So beautiful and informative!!!

[@МарияМалышкина-н1ы]

Thank you Robert for these wonderful videos! I love long stories! Tell me, why weren’t these three barn owls ringed?

[@rainydaze1538]

Hello Robert…thank you so much ❤

[@CrunchyCelery]

Just LOVE your narration!

[@srsmopar3808]

Awesome work as usual Robert. I am just curious, which NL Pure is that around your neck? Maybe you should do some detailed episodes on the construction and layouts of your nests, and your equipment.

[@pitbullsandcalicos]

What stunning countryside 💚💚💚

[@jeremiah-om7zl]

Beautiful❤

[@torchi6883]

I’m surprised that Jeff was following his father’s steps before his untimely demise. He’s really a good father to his children. RIP Jeff. 🙏

[@RobertEFuller]

I hope you've enjoyed the video! Watch more Jeff & Jenny films: kzbin.info/aero/PLx09JDaWUEFN9JDphnU74rEGrDFjTQjmW&si=W4WnaKruVsO0Sk4o See them 24/7 on my livestream: kzbin.info/aero/PLx09JDaWUEFM-u8Q8V11cI1Ghk_-byaPM&si=q4ehR_kQ3xVrypin Sign up to my newsletter for weekly wildlife updates: mailchi.mp/robertefuller/newslettersignup Support my work with wildlife: : www.robertefuller.com/support_and_donate/ Shop my birds of prey artwork: www.robertefuller.com/product-tag/birds-of-prey/ Follow me: Facebook - bit.ly/43LiisV | Twitter - bit.ly/43yuiO9 | Instagram - bit.ly/3XV7rLA | TikTok - bit.ly/3XUnEAJ

[@bilalkurdish.berlin5237]

Very nice

[@debrahays9552]

It's so beautiful to watch male birds to care and protect there babies better then humans.

[@ninali5729]

God bless you for helping those chicks! ❤

[@marymess454]

Your videos are SO Amazing!!!! Thanks for sharing a unique peak into the life of birds!❤

[@vijayakumarvg7901]

Hai robert very good video, i am love your videos.

[@dailymeowion]

I loved Kestrels❤

[@kayhutton4140]

My heart breaks for Jeff and for you, who gets so attached to those in your care. Thank you again for the video. It is heartwarming to see Jeff's and Jenny's babies grow up well.