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Norwich Cathedral peregrine falcons welcome first egg of the year | Norwich Cathedral peregrine falcons welcome first egg of the year |
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Peregrines have been nesting at Norwich Cathedral since 2009 | Peregrines have been nesting at Norwich Cathedral since 2009 |
A peregrine falcon nesting at Norwich Cathedral has laid its first egg of the year. | A peregrine falcon nesting at Norwich Cathedral has laid its first egg of the year. |
The Hawk and Owl Trust, which manages the site 75m (246ft) above the ground, said the egg was laid on Friday. | The Hawk and Owl Trust, which manages the site 75m (246ft) above the ground, said the egg was laid on Friday. |
The trust said it expected more in the coming weeks. | The trust said it expected more in the coming weeks. |
Peregrine falcons have nested at Norwich Cathedral since 2009, and are permanent residents throughout the year. | Peregrine falcons have nested at Norwich Cathedral since 2009, and are permanent residents throughout the year. |
The British Trust for Ornithology says peregrine eggs tend to hatch between 30 and 32 days after being laid | The British Trust for Ornithology says peregrine eggs tend to hatch between 30 and 32 days after being laid |
The laying of the egg was captured on the trust's 24-hour live webcam. | The laying of the egg was captured on the trust's 24-hour live webcam. |
Chris Sperring, a conservation officer at the trust, said: "We're thrilled to bring back the live streams this year, giving members of the public a front-row seat to the incredible journey of the peregrine falcons. | |
"This is a unique opportunity for the public to witness these magnificent birds as they lay their eggs, hatch, and take their first flights." | "This is a unique opportunity for the public to witness these magnificent birds as they lay their eggs, hatch, and take their first flights." |
Peregrines mainly feed on medium-sized birds, such as pigeons | Peregrines mainly feed on medium-sized birds, such as pigeons |
Four peregrine eggs were laid at the cathedral last year. | Four peregrine eggs were laid at the cathedral last year. |
The peregrine is a species of large crow-sized falcon - most recognisable for its yellow talons and beak. | The peregrine is a species of large crow-sized falcon - most recognisable for its yellow talons and beak. |
It can travel at more than 200 mph (320 km/h), making it the fastest diving bird in the world. | It can travel at more than 200 mph (320 km/h), making it the fastest diving bird in the world. |
There are thought to be 1,769 breeding pairs in the UK. | There are thought to be 1,769 breeding pairs in the UK. |
Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. | Follow Norfolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. |
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