Kestrel Dad Raises Chicks Alone After Mum Disappears | Full Story | Mr & Mrs Kes | Robert E Fuller

[@RobertEFuller]

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[@RainworldAddictt]

Someone took this video and uploaded it to yt shorts! I forgot the channel name, though. Other people noticed it too in the comments of the short. If they didnt ask for permission, please take it down! They gave 0 credit.

[@RainworldAddictt]

Okay, i found the video; kzbin.infoUhEgTeR2mB8?feature=share

[@RainworldAddictt]

If you didnt give these people permission, please take it down! We love your original work and dont want anyone stealing it without giving credit. ❤

[@ankitasingh-w6w]

👍👍👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰

[@PK-oy4fe]

This video is stolen and is showing as a short! PUPHUB

[@OuchingTigerLimpingDragon]

I love how, at the final feed, one of the chicks recognized his steps on the ladder and actually came towards the sound rather than hiding. They're still wild, for sure, but they know Robert means them no harm.

[@gabriellafox7948]

I noticed that too!

[@donjeep1937]

That the male could adapt and take over the roll of his lost mate is enchanting. That there was so much human interaction without imprinting is great. Thank you for this video

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks It so important not to imprint the young as it makes releasing them much more difficult I have had imprint young owl given to me and I have got them back into the wild but so much more work is needed

[@DrunKao]

@@RobertEFuller how the hell did you film all this? You have a team? You did it solo? How long did this take to edit??m

[@SaltNBattery]

Lucky for those babies, they lucked out with two good dads. Shame they had a poor mother.

[@rodneycacatian]

... this is how solo parents survived

[@justaskin8523]

@@SaltNBattery She may have appeared to be a poor mother, and for those six chicks, I suppose she was. But birds are amazing creatures. They hide illness very well. She may have developed an internal problem. Leaving the nest with brooding chicks present for more than a day, for example, is not normal behavior. To leave a nest with an active brood present would go against the drive that birds have to raise their young. Unless there's a serious problem, which Mrs. Kes no-doubt knew about. Birds, like cats, dogs, and people, are social creatures. It's possible that she was dying and she knew it, and so removed herself from the family unit. Cats will do this.

[@RoySATX]

Lets hear it for all the single dads out there doing what it takes. You are all amazing! Anything is possible with a bit of faith in yourself, and the support of a friend or two.

[@The_ZeroLine]

That’s why I named my son Kestrel.

[@luceatlux7087]

And he didn't even know we were watching his beautiful, lonely efforts and giving an invisible-hand here and there... Makes you wonder who may be watching us... What we may regard as windfalls of happenstance MAY BE something else entirely. The Kes fam can't blame us for all their woes, just as we can't blame whomever for all of ours. But we MAY have an invisible helping hand here or there if we try.

[@ColleenLytle-sq8tx]

@@The_ZeroLine That's awesome!

[@melissabaya7076]

When he returned the 3 little ones to the nest, I couldn’t stop laughing at the way the biggest one looked completely flabbergasted, backed up in the corner 🤭😆😍

[@joykadegis6401]

I thought the same thing but glad they all got along.

[@dev2410]

I agree. He was like : "what the heck YOU'RE STILL ALIVE!"

[@lorriegallardo8053]

Same here. It looked like he saw a demon. I laughed so hard.

[@HGrrrr]

Reminiscent of Toy Stories “the claaaaw!”

[@valendaandherbird2008]

Me too!

[@DagothBruh]

I love when you reunited the chicks, their faces were just in bewilderment like "I thought you died?" And the younger chicks probably was like "A god took us and gave us food and a warm place to sleep, so you could say we were in heaven."

[@valendaandherbird2008]

Exactly

[@justaskin8523]

LOL, that's funny. And probably not far from the truth. Like those martian toys in the claw game, right? "Oooooooh"

[@no1nderwhy]

They seemed a little stunned, was an understatement. The oldest one looked as if he was on stilts.

[@animals9416]

😂😂😂😂

[@andoncroft]

😂

[@Shane-sf9pv]

Shout out to all you single dads out there busting your butts to provide for your kids. You are appreciated!

[@Dan-nt2yb]

I don’t want to watch anything else on KZbin. I can’t get enough of these Robert. Thanks from Victoria Canada.👍🏾

[@ilahmache]

Unfortunately female kestrels will leave their nest if they are too stressed 😢 Mrs Kes couldn't take all the activity from the other predators in the area and it's amazing that the father tried feeding them when they were so young still. Most certainly would not have not made it if Robert hadn't stepped in. This was a fantastic team effort 🥰

[@fynnbergstein]

typical for a mother ^^

[@Weenus-gu1ys]

@@fynnbergsteinhow did you take something about birds and decide to generalize moms-?

[@fynnbergstein]

can you read? or are you a woman? @@Weenus-gu1ys

[@nergigante3514]

​@@Weenus-gu1ysit was a joke

[@Weenus-gu1ys]

@@nergigante3514 I can never tell on here, so many people are just genuinely like that

[@papamurrth1]

The moment Mr. Kes tore up the food to feed to the chicks, my heart lept, such an uplifting moment. So proud of Mr. Kes, and thankful to you Robert. Only recently discovered your channel, although I think I've seen you on the BBC? Anyway, you're doing some magical work, and long may it continue

[@RobertEFuller]

Hi 👋 and welcome to my channel You may well have seen me on the BBC but most of my time is spent on doing videos for My KZbin and Facebook channels nowadays

[@soopengyap2257]

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[@JAdotNET]

@@RobertEFuller I have a cardinal cam that I love watching & interacting with the wildlife here on my property. Your place is absolutely gorgeous & I would love to acquire something similar to continue my wildlife photography & videos. Continue with your great work…it’s your calling

[@MrMesquita13]

that is so powerfull

[@lucillezabel]

Best birthday morning spent watching fascinating Mr and Mrs Kes. By the way Mrs Kes disappeared for 20 days what gives?

[@pantherstar]

I hate it when people make animal documentaries, especially on endangered animals, and do nothing to help the young when they’re in need. Your help with these birds was amazing, and it absolutely made my heart melt! What a wonderful video and great job you did!

[@cali_blu5679]

I disagree. Those birds don't need human intervention, just let nature run it's own course.

[@reasonsreasonably]

​@cali_blu5679 Disagreed. Depends on the situation. A bird flies into your window. Do you leave it outside to get attacked by your dog or the neighborhood cats? If there are raccoons living under your house do you think you have to "let nature take its course?" I'm just making up things off the top of my head, but the point is there are debatable situations regarding his we interact with other animals. There isn't a hard and fast rule on how we interact with wild animals. We will agree to disagree. Take care.

[@cali_blu5679]

@@reasonsreasonably A bird flying through a man-made window is not the same as birds in their natural environment. Nice try though.

[@Oblongio]

@@reasonsreasonablythis place is different, its more like an animal sanctuary compared to actual harsh environments out there. were just able to watch this cause roberts so great

[@carbon8ng]

What a love story! These six little kestrel chicks had TWO devoted fathers ( unlikely a pair as they were) who worked hard together to raise them. So beautifully documented. Thank you so much, Robert.

[@chilly777]

Yes Robert, Thank you for stepping up and helping as usual 🙏❤️

[@mohammadpourheydarian5877]

oh ye I don't now even what to say such a romantic life

[@lydiarowe491]

Such a beautiful sentiment..brought about the most probable survival of these chicks..a special place created by Robert’s devotion to the wild..❤

[@JoseRodriguez-zy6jq]

❤️

[@jacqui5793]

That was so lovely to see ,it was AMAZING ❤❤

[@xyz7572]

I’m rewatching this in honour of Mr Kes getting to be on BBC for Father’s Day 😊 Thank you Robert for having made it possible for all of us to see this, and for sharing Mr and Mrs Kes’ story with the world 🤗❤️

[@stanleywinter6946]

I could sit and watch the antics of these birds for ages. This is such a heartwarming video showing that all humans aren't cruel xxx

[@careypierce8131]

A full hour of Mr. Kes….how lucky are we? I miss you Mr. and Mrs. Kes. You truly touched my ♥️

[@RobertEFuller]

Hope you enjoy watching the full story!

[@Paular845]

@@RobertEFuller I know I really have... it's to bad Mr. Kes has died/disappeared... he was remarkable.

[@SkyWire88]

@@RobertEFuller What might be causing the demise of the adult Kestrals? What gives?

[@sandgrownun66]

@@SkyWire88 What causes the demise of any species? It depends what you mean in the sense of "demise"?

[@krasje28]

@@Paular845 You mean Mrs Kes i guess? Because Mr Kes was around.

[@johnlindagillespie8712]

It is heartbreaking that Mrs. Kes disappeared and we will never know why. You are such a good advocate for Mr. Kes and his brood. What a joy to see them flourish with you and Mr. Kes tag teaming their support! Thanks for an fascinating and informative video!

[@sgdeluxedoc]

I sense that she had the birds equivalent of a nervous breakdown.. At least that's how it appeared to me.. and because of it maybe she might have let her guard down enough to become prey to something like a raptor?.. I don't think she would have left the nest willingly..

[@theresaholl6549]

It felt like she was traumatized, oddly.

[@ivanlagrossemoule]

@@sgdeluxedoc I think health problems might be more likely, which would also lead to a change in behaviour if she was weaker, in pain and so on.

[@TheTillmanSneakerReview]

@@sgdeluxedoc I believe she died. Usually, attacks happen

[@MrMesquita13]

I know

[@leopillay3690]

Thank you Robert, for stepping in and taking care of these beautiful birds ...what a lovely documentary, alot of love , patience, time and dedication has gone into this lovely documentary...thank you , Robert 🙏🇿🇦

[@nunadelong9671]

What an amazing daddy. How extraordinary for a male to work out how to feed his brood. Life prevails.

[@lokes6604]

@user-sc3ts6lf8r For birds? Not that common huh

[@kaigrant88]

Mr. Kes, a single father of 6 babies and doing so well. Picking up the extra tasks. He's awesome. I hope that even though he hasn't been sighted in 2 months, he's still doing okay

[@barbarablaisdell-kb7vu]

I wish Mrs Kes had returned but its so amazing to see how they worked together so well, and what Mr. Kes was able to learn and do on his own later (with a little help from you). As an artist and one who also loves birds (living creatures), I think how wonderful it must be that you have it all right there in such a beautiful setting. Thanks for the share! ❤

[@sylphofthewildwoods5518]

This is such a heartwarming story. I followed this live last year. So amazing that Mr. Kes took care of his chicks! Definitely defying all the text books! Thank you so much, for your love of wildlife and willingness to provide them with places to thrive, even helping them out when they get in a jam. Wouldn't the world be such a better place, if everyone did their own small part. Thank you, Mr. Fuller.

[@theowlmancometh]

The hour long journey of Mr Kes and Robert, surrogate fathers to six beautiful little kestrels. Thank you for this saga!

[@Rinalex2018]

Thank you Mr. Robert Fuller for sharing such a wonderful story of Mr. & Mrs. Kestrel with their chicks, i really enjoyed and appreciate how you helped them until they they can fly on their own. Great job!!!

[@carriebradley7634]

I love this man. He is a wonderful human being with a beautiful heart. I thank him for his goodness and compassion.

[@judyperry861]

The wonderful Mr and Mrs Kes you will never be forgotten wherever you both are. Fly high both of you. Thanks Robert for this amazing story and all your help. I am sure little Jeff will never forget you Robert 💖

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊 Jeff was courting a young female today so let’s hope there legacy continues

[@judyperry861]

@@RobertEFuller I am sure his legacy will continue, Good luck little Jeff

[@c.a.5808]

God bless you, Sir, and your hard work...and Thank-you for giving me such joy this morning with this wonderful story ❤️ I had the great honor of working in wildlife rehabilitation for the California Dept of Fish and Game. I worked with the CA Desert 🏜 Tortoises 🐢. I've been blessed and raised, Scarlett Macaws. But nothing compares to the joy of seeing animals returned to the way God intended back to their own territories and independence. I truly and deeply appreciate your support and work with these incredible Kestrels. You have helped provide the best of Mrs. & Mr. Kes genetics, to their future chick's for that I truly am forever 🙏 grateful Sir. Anyone who does this work gets many sleeples nights, and the failures are heartbreaking, but the successes are worth all. God bless Sir. and may your work and endeavors reach those of us who have no longer the ability to help these creatures in need. We share this joy in a way that you can't imagine... and deeply appreciate you taking us along on your journey. With many tears, I'm so very grateful 🙏 Thank God for your work. Sincerely Cindy.

[@tavenchristensen3157]

@@RobertEFuller Awe. Thank the Lord. - And it goes without saying thankyou to you Mr. Fuller. No doubt this is your lot in life!

[@elainecobb4175]

@@RobertEFuller isn’t that wonderful!! Fingers crossed. ❤️

[@revo2maxx]

So beautiful. Thank you for your help with these beautiful birds. I am so sorry for the what seems as a Loss of Ms. Kes, I hope the Fledged ones and Mr. Kes are doing well.

[@baitulatiq8459]

Sir, I am crying watching the 2/3 of the video. You have done a really remarkable job with the chicks. I am so happy they are okay with you and your wife there. Stay healthy and safe, sir.

[@RobertEFuller]

Thank you - the story had a happy outcome and continues with the youngest chick now having eggs of his own at the moment.

[@jenstacey7743]

@@RobertEFullerThat is remarkable! Thanks for sharing!

[@Red_Bull_Fan1985]

doesnt that make you gae

[@ZippedUpKitz]

@@RobertEFullerawwww…. The youngest was a little guy and he now has a mate and chicks of his own? How wonderful!

[@thomaswilleborts6771]

With seeing the full story of Mr.and Mrs.Kess the circle has been completed. It's up to Jeff and the other full-grown Kestrell to live with the lessons of their great parenthood. Last but not least a big thank you on the helping hands you gave them 2,Robert. And making this fantastic documentary for all the Kestrell-lovers is more than a gift. I love it!❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@kimberlycavanah7875]

So happy to see that Mr. KES STEPPED UP . I USE TO LIVE IN Colorado and got to see these everyday so beautiful . Thank u for sharing .

[@erstwhile6163]

What a beautiful story with all the hallmarks of a great adventure. Robert, you are amazing. So multi-talented I feel so attached to this family of Kestrels, and it’s wonderful to keep learning small details about the breed with each video. Thank you again for your fine work. You are a National treasure Robert.

[@RobertEFuller]

thank you

[@elainecobb4175]

I totally agree.

[@mishaanton5436]

Truely.

[@useemehere2]

Without Robert all this chick will not survive.

[@tavenchristensen3157]

Here Here!

[@Gal26]

If only half of the world's population were to watch this heartwarming story, our world would surely become a better place.

[@abak123]

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[@elainecobb4175]

Oh I think it would take more than this beautiful story of a male Bird’s devotion to his Chicks to save our world today. 😢

[@Diane-zi6mf]

​@Elaine Cobb mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

[@Diane-zi6mf]

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[@titicatfollies6615]

BRAVO to the whole family! And Bravo to Robert, too! What a delight! Where does Mr. Kes spend the nights?

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks Mr Kes sleeps in a barn in bad weather on the other side of the valley

[@calebwiley9587]

This is by far one of the coolest KZbin channels I've ever seen, seeing someone who has basically fostered multiple sets of birds on one property and done such a great job building there nest that they keep coming back.... SO COOOOL

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊 glad you are enjoying my channel and I’m pleased I’m still COOOOL 😁 🦉🦅

[@eileenp9226]

What a joy and heartwarming story. Mr. Kres stepped up and did a marvelous job caring for the 6. Your loving, caring, and nuturing ensured their survival. Well done!!

[@piedadunda1647]

he was calling the wife he has the hart broken, and has to learn how to fed the children, so sad.

[@johnkealy2238]

An amazing amount of work has been done here. Well done to you Sir!

[@judil3294]

Reliving this has some great moments in spite of the tears. That look on the chicks faces when your huge hand brings in their siblings, priceless.

[@moelarrycurly708]

My favorite part.

[@anniegreenwind971]

Their face’s were like, their lives flashed before their eyes! This is the end! 😳😱 So shocked!

[@martinapelayo3034]

Bless you for your intervention. With so many species becoming exinct, I'm so relieved that you're helping them survive.

[@faunshea1619]

Beautiful video . Thanks for filming this for all to enjoy. Thanks for helping these beautiful birds 💗

[@hbanana7]

RIP Mr. Kes. May his babies thrive! Thank you for uploading the whole story. EDIT: Sorry for the misleading comment. I only know that Mr. Kes is no longer at Fotherdale. I know not where he is.

[@MJsonniedee]

Mr. Kes died? When ?

[@Ahmadabdal_]

wait mr Kes is gone?

[@johnhickson]

What a story well done

[@angelserenade]

Not confirmed that mr. Kes might have died, but from recent REF's post, it's been more than 60 days since the last time he spotted Mr. Kes. It is not known if he has found another place to start a family, but as others have said, that kestrels won't abandon an established territory with a good food source. His disappearance can be caused of nest competition, a new mate somewhere out of the compound, or the winter had been harsh for him. We will never know.

[@mirrepoix]

@@angelserenade i hope he was just pushed out, and didn't pass away. being pushed out of his territory would be sad but i'd love to think he's found another place to raise more babies. maybe he found wherever Mrs. Kes went. wishful thinking, probably, but we can only hope. regardless, their lovely chicks will carry on in the wild thanks to his hard work and incredible capacity to learn.

[@angelserenade]

I fear for the worse of what could have happened to mr. Kes, but I'm really glad that we are able to follow his story and how his last fledgelings are able to survive to adulthood with him being a single parent

[@sandgrownun66]

It's Mrs. Kes that disappeared.

[@Gonkygong]

​@@sandgrownun66 Mr kes has also disappeared unfortunately.

[@sandgrownun66]

@@Gonkygong Where did it say this, in the video, or in a comment from Robert?

[@octogorb9853]

​@@sandgrownun66community post.

[@smidgen]

@@sandgrownun66 it's on a post in his community tab. kestrel life spans whilst in the wild aren't usually the longest, it's possible he may have just died naturally

[@ColleenLytle-sq8tx]

You have such a lovely voice for narration - soft...just right for story telling. I always celebrate the results of your hard work - I've watched you helping for years (Mr. Rogers told us to watch out for the helpers). At the very least, you are educating folks on how to behave in this world, AND you're saving the world - one chic at a time. Thank you, I'm so grateful someone is doing what I would if I could - the world is a much better place because of folks like you and your wife, caring and DOING something (one nest might not seem like much to some folks - but it sure made a difference in the lives of this family). Thank you. xx

[@coht12]

I love how their expression of surprise gets me every time, the round black eye, and the opened beak. They're affectionate to one another, and this taught me so much about what values we humans are lacking.

[@kingnaldo4058]

This dad is an example for all fathers regardless of the difference in species...🤔

[@RobertEFuller]

Mr Kes was so good 😊

[@antonydecosta6262]

Why isn't the mother an example too

[@lilRadRidinHood]

​@@antonydecosta6262Mother may have even sacrificed herself in order to lure the vicious owls and jackdaws away from the nest. I'm thinking that because the intruders stopped attacking the nest - even when the babies were left totally alone. The murdering birds were aware of more Kestrels being born in the area and knew their target was the source so they eliminated the mother bird but luckily ignored Mr. Kes. They never would have expected that he would prolong the chicks lives like he did, and some of us didn't see it coming either 😊 I love a video with pleasant ending

[@JohnDoe-pd4jo]

You made that whole thing up just to deflect smh. Typical

[@magnolia9763]

@@JohnDoe-pd4jo Seems like you’ve never taken an environmental class. Saying they’re wrong and being so ignorant is quite astounding. That is quite literally the cycle of life and species do kill babies or the mother if they notice there is an overpopulation because more Kestrels mean more food around the area and more competition, animals surrounding also need to feed themselves and their offsprings as well. I don’t know how you said they made that up when that legit happens in any kind of environment.

[@mmps18]

Here from the Dodo channel! This is such a beautiful film. I've loved kestrels ever since I saw the 1970s movie 'Kes'. Thank you Mr. Fuller.

[@tbascoebuzz4782]

I can only imagine the massive gratification you’ve experienced throughout your successful endeavors. You bring so much joy. More than I can express, many thanks.

[@AE-se9bl]

What a wonderful treat this one hour video ! Great to see it this way, we followed the story as it happened on the stream. Sad that now both Mr and Mrs Kes are no longer with us. Love to watch their babies thrive, so nice Jeff is here quite often ! Thank you Robert E Fuller for this and all you do for our beloved birds and wildlife! 🥰🤗

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊 big news Jeff was courting a female today ❤️

[@AE-se9bl]

@@RobertEFuller That is really wonderful news ❤️❤️❤️

[@J3R1K4s]

This is incredible! Also incredible to think that a bird fought so hard for his babies when there's some humans whom can't seem to figure it out

[@ScotChef]

There are no words to describe how amazing this was, well done that man ✊

[@fredadezwart5398]

Yes,i love him

[@markuhart8850]

What a great story, told really well. And your photography and documentation was fabulous. I had Kestrels when I was 14, six one year when a nesting site, a dead tree, was pulled down to clear the ranch land for development. This was in 1964 in the San Joaquin Valley, CA. I was fortunate to be there before the equipment arrived and removed them from the nest. I had no place to put them so I had no choice but to raise them. They all survived, fledged and were released. During the first year they would occasionally return but they learned how to feed on local mice, lizards and grasshoppers. One time a female returned with a grasshopper as if she wanted to show me she could hunt. Now I would need a falconry license to have just one, and then only be an apprentice falconer. Keep telling stories like this.

[@homiehomerson2705]

Absolutely beautiful! thank you so so much! You have to love Kestrels. These birds pound for pound must be the most prolific hunter/killers. And the bravery and ferocity when standing up to an owl twice thier size is amazing. And to add to thier list of qualities the dad can adapt, against his very nature to step up and do mom's job as well as his. AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL! Do they even know how awesome they are? I wonder.

[@Spyderredtoo]

Mr. Fuller, you are truly a good man and sharing your knowledge and experience is education and I suspect encourages others to support birds everywhere.

[@user-sk4gj3ji3o]

One of the finest documentary I have ever come across. Excellent footages.

[@elainecobb4175]

Thank you Robert Fuller for sharing your love of Wildlife with us. This was a remarkable story and a wonderful glimpse into Kestrels lives. I’ve always loved Kestrels. Thank you for helping the baby birds and Mr Kes out by feeding them. You are a remarkable and caring man. Pretty smart too. I’m happy you are keeping your eye on Jeff. Thank you. ❤

[@TheOrignalTRockz]

Thank you for putting up this wonderful full story of our beloved Mr. and Mrs. Kestrel. Absolute love how you always keep an eye on them and all families, ensuring a helping hand is never far away and always there in time, as long as it is in your hands. It’s almost like a scripted movie. Mom for unknown reasons disappeared, and Dad has no idea how to handle it all at first, but then slowly grows into his new role and finally masters the art of parenting, proofing everyone wrong who ever doubted male Kestrels and leaving the world amazed and in awe. Absolutely love to watch it. Thank you.

[@francescahamilton6856]

Beautiful. Your help is fantastic. The Kestrels have a busy time raising their chicks. What a battle.....a lot of work. Thanku for this.

[@CarrieAnn77]

Mr. Kes definitely deserves father of the year! Hopefully he finds an amazing mate deserving of him and we'll get to watch him and her again next year. He's an amazing father! Hoping Mrs Kes is looking down and I'm sure if she is, she is very proud of her mate.

[@mataschmata]

40:58 This was so amazing to see, it's not even just a little bit he's absolutely ensuring they all get fed top to bottom. What an incredible pair.

[@bernadettemyrielw.2771]

Welch wunderschönes Video mit einem glücklichen Ende für alle jungen Turmfalken, auch dank Ihrer grossartigen Unterstützung 👏👏👏🤗❣️

[@sh1nyarm0r]

Wow. Thank you. I was apprehensive each time when the chicks were left alone. Good to see they all survived growing in the nest.

[@RobertEFuller]

I was apprehensive too but it was important to try to keep the chicks as wild as possible Hand reared ones by humans are more difficult to release

[@stlouisix3]

@@RobertEFuller It's fascinating watching this; thanks, mate!!!

[@tThisNThat]

What a beautiful story of resilience, and a helping hand. Kestrels are beautiful birds. And boy what stunning countryside. How lucky are you to live where you do!

[@michellereed5638]

I love how Robert has fixed the nest for the Kestrels so that the owls do not take over the nest. He seems to know natural ways to to help each species. This is the second video and I am subscribed now. I watched the video on Bomber and Luna with the six adopted owlels and loved it. NOW I am watching this one. I am excited to watch it unfold. I am just fascinated at how Robert goes about doing these things, assisting nature, helping nature, while not causing his subjects to become dependent upon him. Many people who make animals and wild birds their pets could benefit from watching his videos!

[@zozoc5795]

I love this little corner of KZbin - it’s so wonderful 😊. I never used to give birds a second thought but now I really enjoy listening to and watching them

[@RobertEFuller]

That’s so great to here you appreciate Birds more after watching my videos it makes me very happy 😃 to see comments like this

[@zozoc5795]

@@RobertEFuller Thank you because it does make a difference and now I can recognise some calls when I go for morning walks.

[@MentalMeles]

Oh, Mr. and Mrs. Kes.. We'll all miss you dearly. Here's to hoping that Jeff and the rest of your babies will live full lives in your stead ❤

[@RobertEFuller]

Jeff has been courting a female yesterday on the release of this video 😃

[@MentalMeles]

@@RobertEFuller Oh, that's wonderful news!! I hope they stick around so we can watch them!😄

[@studiodvcuph9143]

I love the video and to make this happen it took patience and perseverance overall!

[@Tonyal2012]

This is one of the very best nature and wildlife videos I have ever seen and I am 66 years young.

[@sedricsmith1503]

I think it's wonderful how you love these birds, we need more like you.

[@decayedtooth2564]

You are dare I say the David Attenborough of youtube. I love how each nest of birds have their own story and I love the way you tell it, it’s really beautiful how personal we can get to these gorgeous animals thanks to you. Much love from Kuwait.

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks so pleased you are enjoying my films 😃

[@hedgehog.of.cydonia]

Mr Kes is so smart and determined for his children, my heart 🖤

[@steveo89]

Aw I'm watching southwest Florida eagle live cam and the momma eagle got into a fight with another eagle and then disappeared and hasnt been back in a month but the dad bald eagle has been taking care of the 2 eaglets bringing fish everyday. It's so amazing to watch.

[@mariawestman9026]

Absolute REMARKABLE story ! 😍 Thank you very much for making the hard work (all of it in many years) so all the birds can nesting together and thrive ! We need all of them. To see Mr K doing the female work , for him to understand what to do is absolute amazing !!! I never expected to see this in reality, so happy he made it ❤ with a little help from a friend…. Named Robert. 🌟🙏🌟

[@TheHawkeye1432]

I have watched your video's over several years. The voice you have--a informative type- very friendy but in intelliget and welcoming combined with the knowledge of what you see set you out in front of many other videos. The video's themsleves are award winning for what you can show and the amount of work involved is unsurpassed. Thank you Michael

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thanks for your kind message I love what I do and it’s a pleasure to share it with so many people 😃

[@saraglickman5889]

I'm heartbroken Mr. Kes is gone 💔😭 he was remarkable and beat all the odds by learning how to care for his chicks! I hope his sons learned a thing or 2 from him and will help chicks in the future if need be!

[@RobertEFuller]

Yes its difficult to think Mr and Mrs Kes have gone But a little ray of hope Jeff the younger chick was courting a female today 👍

[@saraglickman5889]

@@RobertEFuller that's good news!! I look forward to following along Jeff's journey!

[@fanangeline3976]

They are really lucky to have a back-door father😄. Thank you.

[@scooterpush]

Mr. Fuller, you have made a beautiful documentary. Mr. Kes really stepped up to the plate and learned to take on a different role to ensure the survival of this large brood. Such a pleasure to watch. Thank you .

[@RobertEFuller]

Oh thank you glad you enjoyed the film it was quite a story and it was a pleasure to be a part of it and to be able to share it with so many people is amazing

[@marinaps5302]

I spent days and days watching them grow up on live stream, who would have thought that Jeff would carry on the legacy of his parents...strong little bird, thank you for the video and for everything you do

[@RobertEFuller]

Jeff in charge 🤔 yes that’s a real surprise to me too 😃

[@marinaps5302]

@@RobertEFuller a very nice surprise God bless him he really is a fighter, he just needs to catch that girlfriend😅😅🤞

[@kaigrant88]

I know! I'm so excited for Jeff! Maybe he'll know how to feed like his father learned how to

[@marinaps5302]

@@kaigrant88 We'll see if Jenny will let him feed them, he is learning little by little, I'm sure he will try that too

[@JeanhartCOYS]

Absolutely brilliant to watch , all these babies made it with a bit of help from you , you really are the best well done. ❤🤗🥰

[@dreamarouse3197]

You spend so much time and energy helping animals out and I just want to thank you for all you do

[@lindadarlison3789]

What dedication, thank you Robert. A wonderful insight to the countryside and some of the caring people who live there.

[@RobertEFuller]

Glad you enjoyed the film 😃

[@vickieellis6876]

Thankyou for filming this for us to enjoy!! Kestrals are beautiful!!

[@Mimi-74]

What an amazing father. The poor Mr Kestrel looked so confused at first, but really figured it out. Those beautiful fledglings. I'm so glad they all made it.

[@beverlyarcher3744]

Well it's usually the mom that feeds them that's why it took dad awhile to figure out how to feed them

[@Mimi-74]

@@beverlyarcher3744 Yes. I'm quite clear on that point. That is why I commented on the obvious look of confusion on his face that was so endearing. Despite all, he did an amazing job.

[@flamingomtn]

Thank you for this video. We had an incident just like this in the States with a pair of bald eagles. Mum disappeared and dad raised the chicks by himself....so far. He has had so many obstacles with intruders at the nest, but he's doing well. SWFL Eagle Cam

[@KhoảnhKhắcThúVị-z7z]

This video was exactly what I needed. Great job!

[@tavenchristensen3157]

I’m so elated that you have stepped in to give Mr. Kes a helping hand with the little ones!! THANKYOU for your kindness.

[@annecohen8927]

This is one of the most touching and inspiring documentary about the struggles and the survivor of the Kestrel family especially when this man who helped organize and created this documentary is credited for helping the father Kestrel bird to feed and care for his broods. I feel sorry for the loss of their mother, but in the end, they gained a friend who happened to be a wonderful man with a mission and a huge heart. This is one of an amazing documentary that deserves to win an academy award for best documentary.

[@NiteFall7]

Love it when family come back to support you😅

[@CarolPrice4p]

Thus far my fave Robert Fuller video, and looking forward to more wonderful reportage.

[@blxtothis]

Magical, moving and educational as well as thoroughly absorbing content as usual, I doff my cap. Watching Mr Kes’s first attempt at mothering the 3 chicks was a chastening and wonderful passage, who could fail to be moved? Nature in action never fails to inspire and constantly demonstrates how fragile and harsh life is.

[@cynthiaadkins-zj9ut]

This is an incredible story. This is the 3rd time I've watched it. Thank you for posting it and thank you for helping these little kestrels thrive. You and Mr. Kes made a great pair.

[@theoldschooldiva374]

Thank you for stepping in 🙏🏿. I was getting stressed hearing and seeing the babies hungry 😩. Thank you for sharing, I'd love to see and update on them 😊

[@TheStickCollector]

Literally the reason I cam to this channel. Finally. Hope they're happy now

[@janetpattison8474]

Such amazing & beautiful film footage. It’s quite a rare opportunity to see birds close up, in their homes. Thank u!

[@RobertEFuller]

Thanks 😊

[@thaenuwar1732]

A spellbinding video portraying true dedication from both the male and you. What a true contribution you make to conservation

[@echosilva863]

You're one of the most wonderful persons of the world! I had tears in my eyes almost the whole time watching this video! Not tears of sadness, but heartfelt tears and tears of gladness that there are people like you in the world. You are truly an amazing and caring person. Thank you for all that you do and taking the time to share it all with us. keep up the great work.

[@kellydavidson3379]

That was an amazing story. I am in California and I have been following the peregrine family at UC Berkeley (Cal Falcons) this year and KZbin offered me this video as a result. I visited Yorkshire in 2008 and fell in love (and purchased an imported Dales Pony stallion around the same time bringing a piece of the Yorkshire Dales to California ). Thanks so much for posting this and sharing Mr. Kes' parenting journey. It was remarkable footage!

[@cosmocamron7732]

Bravo. Terrific video in memory of Mr. Kes. Can't wait to see Jeff carrying on his legacy.

[@lt.ripley1590]

Wonderful story thank you for sharing Robert. He's an amazing dad, pity more humans weren't like him. This is a fantastic story. It gives me hope to be fair as the way the world is with waste and pollution and what people think is important sometimes fills me with despair.

[@RobertEFuller]

Glad you enjoyed the kestrels film it was quite a story and a it was a pleasure to document it and share it with so many people around the world

[@shilohndrah]

I love the Kestrel family's story, and never tire of watching it, it is so beautiful. Thank you Robert for lending a huge helping hand to help the kestrel chicks make it through when their Mrs. Kes went off the deep end. She just wasn't herself any more. I wonder what happened to her.

[@Jeanie8675]

So happy to see this video, it is a wonderful tribute to the amazing Mr Kes!

[@indirasingha3568]

Thank you so much Mr. Robert for sharing the beautiful story of Mr & Mrs Kesh and their chicks.Mother nature and a human touch makes the world wonderful to live in.

[@RobertEFuller]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@VickiLewis-wp2dk]

this was such a delight, never saw anything like this before thank you

[@bigemugamer]

42:46 "Now at three weeks old, their feathers are developing to." THREE weeks old!! Feels like it's been 3 months by this point! =D Beautiful video and a wonderful setup.