SWFL Eagles ~ E18 Discovers The Pond & Takes FIRST BATH! 😊 E17 Joins Sibling & They Rumble! 4.25.21

[@obi-wanakakenobi6750]

Some sips and dips 😊

[@tamaragonzalez2227]

Wow E17 backed off which was good to see. I really thought it would be E17 that would hit the pond first but it appears once E18 fledged from the tree s/he is willing to try all there is. Now the fun starts between those two.

[@debk9664]

This is awesome!

[@hillbillyorchids]

I love when they go to the pond for first time! It's like Toddler day care. It's so adorable!!

[@Dawgluvr]

So cute! I love that E18 loves the water like Harriet.

[@katwilliams9483]

Hahaha!!! I think E17 had it coming from E18 for a very long time! Rumbling today but one day they just might share a branch to sleep on together one of these nights.😉

[@gigiguthrie2145]

So many "firsts"! Lady Hawk is doing a STELLAR job keeping up with the kids!

[@ladyhawk]

Hello Gigi and thank you so much!! I wish I can capture all the special moments for both of the E's!! They are really active and keeping everyone on their toes now!! Take care!

[@gigiguthrie2145]

@@ladyhawk Frankly, I wonder sometimes when you have time for anything else! Your coverage brings so many moments of joy, so appreciative of this and the care you take in filming them.

[@ladyhawk]

@@gigiguthrie2145 Thank you!!!

[@gigiguthrie2145]

@@ladyhawk I'm figuring out how to heart your "Thank you!!!", in the meantime I'll spell it out: "Heart!" : )

[@ladyhawk]

@@gigiguthrie2145 Hi you can't heart it! It is a feature for the owner of the youtube channel (like myself) that can heart comments that people leave here. I know how you feel though! When I view other videos and leave a comment I wish I could heart the response back too!! Take care!

[@k-kay6295]

What a Beautiful Sunday. "I'm a Big Girl Now". 🙂🙂🦅🦅❤❤🌴🌴

[@SilvanaSouza-wy5rv]

On a sunny day, E18 took her first refreshing bath in the lake! Under the watchful eye of E17, E18 discovered how fun it is to take a refreshing shower, drink water and play in the lake. This was E18's "baptism" in the fantastic new world to be explored on the ground. Everything happens as a family. Well done, E18. We are proud of you, little one. Thank you so much for sharing this special moment, Lady Hawk. 😍💕❤❤💕💦🌅

[@lildickenzzsmith5644]

I could just about hear the song from Westside Story “I Feel Pretty, oh so pretty...”

[@Evidence_Of_Things_Unseen]

Gosh, it seem like it just yesterday we were worried it was going to get the bejeebers kicked out of it and not make it.

[@SilvanaSouza-wy5rv]

@@Evidence_Of_Things_Unseen They are already two winning warrior eaglets.🌷🌷

[@Evidence_Of_Things_Unseen]

@@SilvanaSouza-wy5rv they certainly practiced

[@lindaflannery6789]

Rumble tumble just like E15 and E16 ! I’m in love with you two 🦅🦅💗

[@mariemcallister7413]

So proud of E18 bravo being the first to discover the joy of a drink and bath . She showed how brave she is. E17 a bit peeved lol

[@melmasi5098]

😄

[@judithryle2113]

Can’t help myself, I have loved 18 from the beginning more

[@judithryle2113]

Loved watching 18 showing the legs while hold wings up like a woman’s skirt

[@melmasi5098]

@@judithryle2113 🥰

[@carolynnunes3922]

Judith Ryle I was thinking the same thing!👋🏾🥰👍🏾😇🙏

[@baita895]

What a fun video and description Lady Hawk! I’m so proud of E18.

[@ladyhawk]

Thank you Baita!!! I am proud of E18 too - I loved watching every minute of the bath time!!

[@KiwiKiwi902]

how beautiful and exciting for E18 to drink the water play and cool off the first time and we witnessed it!!!

[@ladyhawk]

I know!! I can only imagine how much fun E18 had to day!!

[@platinum1x1x17]

E17 to 18: I don't know. It wasn't more than a week ago when you were complaining of all the rain coming down on top of you in the nest. And then this week you are Dancing up to your kneck in the stuff with a smile on your beak. And no, I'm just not ready for one of those things you call a Bath just yet thankyou.

[@kali3339]

Lol

[@ladyhawk]

LOL

[@naomisgram1]

😄

[@christinecalifornia8136]

I said last week when they fledged, now the fun starts for them and us at the pond!! Great that we get to see them explore their new world even tho the window we get to see out of is small. My heart is filled with such love for this lil/big family!💞💓

[@1LetterLove]

Reminds me of E 15 and 16 when they played together by the water. Can’t wait to see them play more together.

[@woodlark391]

@Anna Elizondo ... Me too!! Much more fun to come!!!🥸🐣🕉

[@ladyhawk]

Let the fun and games begin!! Can't wait either!

[@SISSYKAY]

E18 says, "Hey 17, this place smells a lot like the fishies and froggies mom and dad bring us."

[@mollymaggie2]

#

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Watch out 17. She's bigger than you.

[@onlytymewilltell]

Awe how cute!! I loved watching e18s excitement and enjoyment playing in the pond for the first time!! 🥰

[@nancihood909]

I watched live cam today and saw this and KNEW you would give us the video to see it again!! I was so excited that E18 was first!! I laughed as it looked like he/she was part Duck, lol. I loved E17 taking it all in, they'll be splashing together tomorrow, I would not be surprised! Thank you sooo much Lady Hawk!

[@Lonesome__Dove]

The way she keeps sitting down in it tells me that it feels really good for her!

[@SunLightFawn]

So precious!

[@mollymaggie2]

The heat reliever

[@andradavis7201]

e 17 says oh no you didnt get a bath before me rumble rumble ....e 18 says bye im outahere ....see ya later....

[@DianaCB_TX]

I enjoyed watching every minute of this one. 18 is certainly the brave one. ❤️

[@Evidence_Of_Things_Unseen]

So now they discovered their water birds wait till they discover their Eagles, all the while not knowing that they are the beautiful symbol of this country. Still the greatest country on earth. In Addition, mentioned 33 times in the Bible.

[@Shifter22]

Smh.... Well.... 💗

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Wow she really did get her a nice bath. Probably a relief from all the bug bites.

[@onlytymewilltell]

Oh my gosh I know!!! After e17 had fledged and 18 was still on the nest whoever was running the cam did a close up on 18 and noticed the nest was infested with thousands of tiny little bugs EVERYWHERE. So much it made me squirm a bit! 😖😖 it's kinda hard to notice if you dont look closely bc at first I thought it was just the wind until I seen the close up. I wonder if CROW can help do something about it or if they will go away on their own after awhile.

[@Lonesome__Dove]

@@onlytymewilltell it's very common and happens every year especially when it's getting warm. It doesn't seem to be more than a minor irritation for the birds and all a part of nature! Glad to see them able to get some relief on occasion though!

[@fluffybunnyyeah5106]

Wow E18, I didn't know you were brave enough to be the first to explore a new environment!! Way to go!

[@1tulip]

I wonder what he or she thought about seeing their reflection for the first time.

[@ladyhawk]

Who is that beautiful eagle looking back at me??????? ♥♥♥

[@meaneymouse1371]

Dayyuummm I LQQK mah-va-lous🥰💖💗

[@melmasi5098]

@@ladyhawk ☺😍🤩

[@eileenjones3918]

See how much bigger 18 is now next to 17 ...Female and male. There your not clean anymore.

[@lyndatruitt4245]

Aw yay . So much fun with them at the pond

[@joankuehn4479]

how can you tell the difference 🤔

[@teddygram45able]

Ok guys no fighting...E18 certainly loves the water while E17 just watches..E17 was.5he one to do things first now E18 has gone ahead...how long before E17 will try the water lady hawk thank you for the best video

[@ladyhawk]

You are very welcome!! E18 is holding its own against E17 these days!! They are a good match up!

[@djahant]

This is one of my favs when they take that first bath! So cute playing in the sand. Then on the fence. Reminds me of E9. And the truck going very slow on the lane. I really appreciate the Pritchett's for providing this amazing experience that no other nest I've seen has. From birth to leaving, we get to see them do it all. Thank you so much Lady Hawk for providing these video's. I can't watch normally due to work so this is the next best thing!!

[@ladyhawk]

I was also thinking of E9 up on the fence when Andy Pritchett drove his truck by!! That was classic!! This bath and pond time and even the rumble was so much fun to watch today! They are really living in paradise!!

[@silviacoste3761]

Oh Wao E18 loves the water.

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Very cool They've discovered where they will get most of their diet. The water. Very important!

[@TJB1510]

Are there any Alligators in that Pond..?..

[@mobsnitchanonymous213]

@@TJB1510 no. None in North Florida

[@Atterga]

A special thank you to Lady Hawk for your dedication to these cams - you are our Angel o'er the Nests.. words can't thank you enough. I especially love watching them on ground level as they grow and explore. Such a wonderful glimpse into their lives, could not be done without you!

[@annepearce6604]

What a monumental day for the E's. I really think E18 is a girl she looks much bigger than E17. I watched the close-up video of them and E18 has a larger beak which seems to be a female trait. I felt like a parent who sees her child walk for the 1st time, so happy

[@bartmadness830]

Awesome video 👍👍👍👍

[@Mary-ui4im]

They are so wonderful. I 💕 them both. Good for the heart to watch them. Great photography Lady Hawk. Thank you.

[@ladyhawk]

Thank you Mary!!! I also enjoyed watching them both today!!

[@chungle8832]

E 18 might be fishing soon! Smart birds 🦅

[@dianaquinones1453]

So proud of E18 for playing in the pond first! Both are so cute exploring new areas near home! ❤️❤️. Growing up too fast! 🦅🦅

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Great way to cool off 18! Great job princess!

[@pilotmom9755]

Wonderful watching 18 take her first bath! And what a good job at it too! Watching them rumble is pretty cool, important lessons once they are around different eagles.... glad to see 18 get startled by the truck! Hopefully it will encourage to keep her away from the street and all the fast moving vehicles. Thanks L.H. for another great video!

[@ladyhawk]

You are very welcome pilotmom!! E18 really just took to the water with ease!! Someone watching for the first time would never have guessed it was E18's first trip to the pond!! And did you see how fast E18 was running in the water at 5:18? I'm impressed!!

[@Christine.Sch.]

E18 thinks, he or she is a duck *lol* They grew up so quickly. I will miss you my babies.

[@shirley9240]

Was so waiting for this. This is going to be so much fun seeing them at the pond. E18 is like, no, my pond!! Thank you, Lady Hawk.

[@rosee7574]

🥰 E 18 learned to fly in the rain, and during rain. E18 likes water it seems 💕

[@ladyhawk]

Good observation Rose!!! E18 danced in the rain and really enjoyed that too!

[@rosee7574]

♥️

[@DR-qf9th]

Bravo pond princess you melt my heart. 💞🦅💞

[@lyndatruitt4245]

Just like E15 and E16 lol

[@karenjohncox6435]

E-17 gave E-18 the foot taking after her mom lol 🦅🙂

[@Atterga]

What a delight to watch these young ones explore their surroundings for the first time. It couldn't happen without the Pritchett's cams going .. thank you so much for this rare treat for us humans to watch this!

[@ptnickb]

So special how E17 and E18 are having these wonderful adventures together. Let us get as much of this as we can, as it will be too soon when the fly away, likely side by side. Harriet and M15 so deserve this blessing. Thank you so much, Lady Hawk.

[@bg12445]

E17 was upset that sister did something first.

[@recoveringsoul755]

YES!!!

[@lindaflannery6789]

Love these two 🦅🦅 I believe E17 is sister and E18 who is in the water the the brother. Lady Hawk is that correct or do I have it wrong .

[@andradavis7201]

agreed

[@Lydia4Jesus_]

@@lindaflannery6789 I believe the opposite. E18 female, E17male. Will we ever know for sure? I saw E18 begging food from 17 and he/she relented. I have not seen 18 relinquish any food to 17 tho. :)

[@recoveringsoul755]

@@Lydia4Jesus_ E18 seems larger

[@Lonesome__Dove]

The people in the truck where probably really happy to get that close view of her ❤️

[@ladyhawk]

They know that the juveniles are now flying around the pasture so are always very careful when coming down the driveway. We have seen some people stop their car and take pictures with their phone though!

[@ЛюбовьШирокова-ш3ш]

Какое приволье! Купаются, радуются жизни, как люди. 😂😘🌷💕👍

[@ЛюбовьШирокова-ш3ш]

Подрались немного. 😘🌷💕😟

[@cheriegrieco5503]

I really enjoy seeing these babies! Thank you , Lady Hawk, for sharing them with us. It has been a lot of fun watching each season. Not sure who runs the camera but great job!

[@edwarddavis6463]

first drink n first bath for e18 im so proud of you

[@missingcasey]

So idyllic! Perfect! Fun to watch them at their first prom! LH, what’s your best guess for the sparring?

[@loridori7862]

Such a great video Lady Hawk!!! I’m so happy 18 enjoyed the pond so much!!! Nothing like watching them explore their surroundings!!!

[@ladyhawk]

Thank you Lori!!! This was a blast watching them both at the pond and E18 taking a bath today! Wait until they get the food deliveries on the ground by the pond!!

[@karendegeyter2937]

Look at them go. So very proud of them. Did the horse kick the fence down? Thanks for sharing with us baby

[@ladyhawk]

Hi Karen I am not sure how that one board came loose. The horses do run in the pasture so that is possible!

[@karendegeyter2937]

The eagles can't get stuck in there right?

[@SamtheMan0508]

When she came up with something in her beak, I thought she caught a fish!

[@ladyhawk]

HA!! Now that would go down in the Guinness book of world records for the fastest time since fledge of a juvie catching their own prey!

[@ceciliag2929]

@@ladyhawk @ they are H and M offspring, miracles can happen 💜

[@victorapalkow8681]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 🤗💙

[@jans8790]

I could hardly wait for you to catch all this Lady Hawk! I just got to see a second or two today. Looks almost like 18 was holding her skirts up when she got into the water! Lol! Thanks for this!

[@judithryle2113]

I know I thought that too

[@js7246]

That was so neat. Playing in the pond. I watched it twice. So much fun 😊

[@cluelessgenius898]

wow !! Grown babies, so awesome .

[@KiwiKiwi902]

E18 stood up to older sibling paybacks ...lol

[@Crockygator]

How do they get water when they are in the nest? Just moisture from food?

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Yes. They get their hydration from their diet!

[@Lonesome__Dove]

Great video Lady Hawk! Awesome day at the Pritchetts ranch!!! ❤️

[@ladyhawk]

Thank you Pepper Sprout!!

[@Lonesome__Dove]

@@ladyhawk You're welcome! Appreciate all your work ❤️🇺🇲

[@kwutopia10]

Those Yellow talons on the white sand made me laff 🤭🤭 soooo cute !!!!

[@franceshenry2239]

Awesome.

[@LaurenLady]

12:03 is the best, made me smile so much :)

[@melmasi5098]

🥰

[@Shifter22]

Ha 😊😊

[@louisealain780]

Yeahhhh I’ve been waiting for this 🥳🥰

[@bt.c.1829]

Such a lovely time at the pond. E18 has captured my heart! 💖🦅💖🦅💖🦅💖🦅 TY LH🥰

[@SJane3]

It's like Christmas in April! Hahaha.. what an absolute gem this video is! Hahaha... It's as if we are rewatching E15/16's royal rumble near the pond! I love this stage of their development! Thank you Lady Hawk for continually posting such great content!

[@janegardner9538]

I am thrilled with this video. E18 in the water for the first time. E17 will be next. I have loved this season. 💓🦅🦅

[@elias3506]

E18 really enjoyed her new experience, the bath and splashing around :-)) What a difference, the little chicks with funny, lovely moves in the nest and now E17, E18, the juvenile eagles with beautiful feathers and strong wings discovering the region. E15, E16, how do you do? E9, E6 and all...💙 Also Pippa... Harriet & M15 stay, that´s good.

[@2bunnies254]

Ok, I've seen both mom and dad get fish here, where are they?

[@birutal4511]

Eagles E18 discovers a pond and takes the first 😊 E17 joined the siblings. Thanks Lady Hawk

[@christineh4782]

No fear of the water as our Pond Princess (nicknamed by Lady Hawk), shows older sibling how fun and refreshing the water is! 🤗💞💖💕💗 Thank you Lady Hawk! Cool nick name Pond Princess!

[@rosyjuarez3350]

¡¡Bravo!!

[@rosyjuarez3350]

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[@rosyjuarez3350]

Thanks. I am Mexican. for several years I've been following the history of these beautiful birds. I'm happy about this event. I longed for this moment. The first time in the pond. I love that place.

[@RW-pc5ih]

E18 you are an eagle not a flamingo! Look at e17 watching e18 to see if he brings up a snack to steal.

[@mariaparra7138]

Congratulations gorgeous enjoy the bath drink water amazing and marvelous keep safe precious baby’s eagles 🦅🦅♥️♥️

[@fluffybunnyyeah5106]

Oh my gosh I was overcome by cuteness, watching E18 experience the water!

[@lmae989]

Wow terrific vid. E18 is loving the pond and bathing. Definitely wants to rumble. 🤗🦅🦅❤️👍

[@nellowynpitman1439]

I was wondering how long it would take them to find the pond. What a fun ‘day out’ for them. They will sleep well tonight ❤️🦅🦅🦅🦅🇦🇺

[@luciarocha4016]

Their never going to leave now 😂 love these 2 !

[@polandohio4969]

Wonder if instinct will show up to show her how to fish

[@melmasi5098]

Wow, that would be really precocious! I wouldn't put it beyond her though😊

[@lisaldfstars]

Aww I bet the water felt great! I can imagine the nest gets pretty rank and lots of flies.

[@cherylwieser307]

So much fun to watch. Playing in the water is so cute

[@j.letner183]

Too bad the cameras are down to see this my personal favorite function of these apex predators having a bath for the first time

[@pawsnclawsOG]

Aww been waiting for this! Thanks so much, Lady Hawk!

[@susantrevino7446]

Wow, you can really see how much bigger E18 is than E17, even with her soaking wet...definitely a female. A little sibling dispute over territory. No wonder the babies don’t want to leave...their flying playground is ideal, pond and all💕

[@debbielee5434]

Wow E18 love's the water I thought for sure it would be E17 guess not they're like little kids playing around it's wonderful Video maybe E17 did not like his sibling in the water yet lol 😁 He wanted to show him who's boss I'm happy dad was around to watch them what a joy 🤗🦅🦅🦅🦅

[@veronicapace7198]

My favorite video this season. Speaks volumes. lol Thanks Lady!

[@ladyhawk]

Thank you Veronica!! This is certainly one I am going to watch again and again!!

[@patsyjohnson3963]

Our precious babies are bathing. They are so smart. I love them. Thanks. 🤗❤💞⭐

[@denise0223]

Thanks Lady Hawk!! What a beautiful & awesome video filled with joy!! ❤️🦅❤️🦅‼️ Loved seeing precious e18 take to the water so brilliantly and having a blast!! Though adorable e17 wasn’t quite ready to take a dip....(yet...), I enjoyed seeming them play together. Proud of them both!!! 🤗🥰🤗 Great video 👍🏼

[@meaneymouse1371]

Harriet: Use the soap 🧼, wash under both wings, the way i showed you and also behind your ears 👂.....all over 😅😅

[@terib3625]

4/26 E18 cried once then flew off perhaps to get her own fish? “I can do this”. Now who’s independent?

[@jopac4742]

Great Vid. Thanks

[@nicolasantoro3541]

😊❤️❤️

[@LochEden]

Looks like Е17 was a little jealous of E18 stealing the spotlight!

[@judycoyne7818]

Awesome to watch them down on the ground in the pasture and E18 enjoying the pond!!

[@leticias520]

Aww this is beautiful beautiful thanks for video.

[@elizabethcristinahuechucur9512]

🥰 que rico baño 😍 i loved

[@FlBirdLover]

Oh boy! The excitement continues!!! Come on Es...can't we all get along??? Thanks for the laugh, Lady Hawk!!!