SWFL Eagles ~ M Delivers Rabbit! E17 Very Aggressive To E18 ~ Viewer Discretion Advised 2.6.21 

Sibling rivalry is seen on most Bald Eagles nests in various degrees and can be an important lesson learned. If an eaglet can't survive in a nest where food is provided, the chances of them surviving in the wild when they are on their own is not as good. Survival rates for first year eagles can be rather low as some never learn to hunt for themselves and are not as adapt at stealing food from others. Sibling rivalry varies between nests - depending quite a bit on the amount of food provided and the genders. When food is in short supply the less dominant eaglets may not survive. Even when food isn’t a problem, it isn’t uncommon to see some sibling rivalry - lessons learned which will help them cope when they are on their own. As they get older, you will see less of the sibling rivalry. Siblicide sometimes occurs, but is generally a function of not enough food, not an inherent dominant tendency. The most demanding chicks do tend to get the first share of food. This does ensure that should food be scarce, the strongest chick will have a greater chance for survival. We have seen sibling rivalry on the SWFEC nest each year. The eaglets were just re-nested yesterday (after a hefty feeding in the morning at CROW) and the adults didn't get back into nesting mode until late afternoon. Food wasn't brought to the nest until this morning. Feeding time did show E17 receiving all of the offerings till almost noon. Then E18 got fed by M. This is normal. Usually the more aggressive eaglet (generally first hatched) will eat til full and then the younger eaglet will get their chance. Hunger is a good motivator and younger eaglets usually learn to wait out feedings until the older eaglet is full. Since these eaglets were at CROW the past week, they have not had the normal experiences in the nest in regard to feedings. The eaglets are behaving as raptors - nothing more, nothing less. There are no “bullies” in the raptor world. There is no other thought than “I don’t want you to have any of my food”. Younger/smaller eaglets learn to avoid conflict and usually learn clever tactics to receive their share. Food is offered by the adults - it is up to the eaglets to figure out how get fed. Not all nesting seasons result in a positive conclusion. Please remember when watching the nests - these are wild birds and you may view things which might make you uncomfortable. Knowing the hardships that are endured in nature makes the successes that much more appreciated. Our SWFEC group wishes success to both eaglets. And watching when an eaglet is asserting their natural aggressive behavior towards their sibling can be hard. If you are uncomfortable watching during these times you might think about logging out of the stream. From past seasons we have watched as both eaglets have grown and learned - with Harriet and M15 providing their own type of care. While there is no way to assure our viewers that both will survive, we can share that what you are viewing happens each year and eventually evens out. We don’t want to see any wildlife harmed and it is natural to worry about their survival. But we have to remember that this is their world - not ours - we are just observers and spectators with an opportunity to witness these eagles learning how to survive in the wild.

My Heart fells good to see this beautiful family together again and all is okay .I wish FAMILIES could love this way .❤❤🙏🙏😘😘😘😘

Thanks Lady Hawk. Saw E18 get 2 good feedings yesterday when E17 was in a foodcoma. Not a fan of the bonking /pecking but we are watching wildlife. Plenty food so I think all will be okay.

My, Lady Hawk, you are up late. Thank you for this update. Aren’t we excited that our exceptional family is back together! Thank you so much for your vigilance.

So AMAZING those chicks eat ALL THAT FOOD and never leave a TIP!

E17 is bigger and both were hungry. E17 won the first battle. E18 will get their share eventually. It doesn't seem fair but it is nature. I'm just happy that they both made it back to the nest. Kudos to CROW. 👍

What a loving and protective family. We can learn a lot from nature. 💘

TY LH Appreciate the heads up. Not going to watch it all - Understand the eagle sibling situation - it’s just tough to watch those parts. M and H are phenomenal parents and I TTE to handle their eaglets. ❤️🦅🦅❤️🥰👍

This is reminding me of my two teens screaming at each other about who has the turn at emptying the dish washer. Younger child just learned to shriek back at the older one. Meanwhile I throw soft grass on them to try to distract and teach how to become productive human beings.

Hi Ladyhawk, why was he being so aggressive when they were not being fed? I hope the other one toughens up so that he will survive. 😢

Nature wonders as eaglets eating habits, either natural world or human beings strongest wins every aspect in life. Bigger or little taking foods, still survives. God bless this family. I love them as it is. Thank Goodness. Thank you for your explanations.

Thank God dad brought food. I was afraid the older E was going to eat his sibling!

8:40 The baby bird was loving every bite of that meat lol

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Lady Hawk... you do you tell the parents apart? Marking wise I guess, bc when one is in the nest alone, kinda can't tell which one is bigger. At least for my untrained eye. And, when the swfl cam scans the horizon, quite often I see lots of other eagles out there. Does a non parent ever present a problem to our little eaglets?

Rabbits: "They will eat you."

how did u get the camera fixed at the nest? 🤔

👁️ the 1 chic looked like it was trying to eat it's sibling 🤣

hi there, what camera and lens mm used?

I think in these cases of one eaglet is forsure gonna die, than us humans get the weaker one out of that situation & bring him up to adulthood & release him...

I've seen eagles chase away bears trying to get to there nest, & every time the bears retreats he doesn't wants his eyes poked out.

What happened to the other poor eaglet?

What is strange was after 17 was fed with a bulging crop and 18's hunger won over his fear of 17 he cried to be fed until he exhausted himself and then tried again and Harriet ignored him However at one point 17 stands up and she flies down and checks to see if 17 is hungry. This continued until M fed 18. He was so patient because 18 has been so pecked/picked on that he/she was scared of M's beak. What a wonderful dad M is! He didn't give up and finally 18 would take food from him. I am always in awe of these creatures. I was thinking maybe H had to get back into the swing of things. At that time tbere was plenty of food on the nest. The eagle way😉. I'm glad M was determined to give good feeds to that little baby.❤

I think E18 back to CROW😯😥💕

Como essa ave mãe deixa o filhote agredir o outro e não faz nada pra impedir?

Why don’t they get stomachache from rotten meat?

どっちがいいか？とは言えないな？親が餌をちぎって食べさせてくれるのは幸せだけど、餌を自分でちぎる力がつかないと、困る😓よね？。

Intestins are very healthy for babies- Nothing compairs to the Regulating Nutrition rotation.

Sad to see the aggression, but it sounds like part of growing up, both in eagles and humans. Do you know whether both eaglets are still alive and flourishing? Where is this nest, Florida?

5:55 meat is served kids !

That's no different from the meat that I get at the store it all looks the same... But I guess posting on RU-vid you have to warn the viewers of discretions yeah I think that's a rule...

I am pretty upset that swfl camera person who was watching moved away when the cat was brought in. When they don’t when rabbit, rat, fish and possum were brought to eat and don’t move away the camera! Altering the view is unacceptable! So write on their descriptions (edit function) that it is “ viewers discretion!!! “. Like you did, LadyHawk! Why can’t they do that? It’s wildlife ! We all know it! We watch cuz we don’t get to see these stuff everyday! Please other viewers, understand, I love Dogs and Cats! They should all be inside the home not outside! So be it! Life takes its toll when you least expected!

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E17 is the bird equivalent of a " bully!" Even when E17 is not hungry it imposes its aggression on E18. I'm not only going to peek in when its "cute" to do so...I like to keep it real. And unfortunately -- this is real.

Well, everyone say good bye to E18. Since CROW will not step in to save his life, E18 will be dead by tomorrow or the following day. So sad :-(

M15 and Harriet live in an area where the weather is warm year-round, food is abundant, and medical care is available when needed. Most eagles and eaglets don’t have it nearly so good. While E17 does seem particularly aggressive towards E18, it does seem to be normal behavior. These are wild raptors and don’t have the luxury of “good manners” if they are going to survive.

The unfavorable circumstances that E18 is facing with his diet, so to speak, already leads him to create survival strategies. He's already trying to feed himself. This is very good because he wants to live. He struggles to survive! We are seeing a little warrior blooming! I confess that he already has a special place in my heart. Thank you, Lady Hawk. 😊💘💕❤💕

Lady Hawk the aggression E17 keep showing towards E18 I know it is Nsture and thank you very much for the warning Because I'm going to have to just check in periodically I cant watch this no stop assault on poor little E18

Once in awhile I get truly distressed by the bonking but honestly, knowing how long the little ones have been without food is the most distressing thing. And I just can't imagine siblicide by Harriet and M's kids. I know there could be a remote, super unlikely possibility, but I just can't imagine it. They are amazing parents - the longer I watch them, plus gradually catch up on earlier seasons - the more they astonish and inspire me with their intelligence, compatibility, brilliant teamwork, and fierce determination to protect and serve their babies by providing the best chance for their long-term survival and success. I am loving the E's wing-walking, they're so cute and comical😁💞 Thanks for the ongoing education Ladyhawk, enlivening my mind while my heart's hopes and my spirit's joy of living awakens. You have enriched my life immeasurably💓 💕

These two remind me of E15&16 alot as far as food..the twins E17&E18 are both are so very much loved by mom and dad ..Harriet & M15 know when to step in if the aggressiveness gets too bad.. 💕💞 love this family..

Thank you Lady Hawk for your warning in the title! I am so happy the babies are back but it was heartbrokenand stressful to see the aggression yesterday. I have watched the eagles for years and know that this nature at its best. I think my stress has been heightened because of the uncertainty of the times. I am going to stop watching for a while but I will keep these precious babies and their parents in my prayers. But I really appreciate the warning in the title. Thank you

독수리새끼 귀엽다 새끼한마리 잡아와 키우고싶다 새끼새가 왜 형제를 쫏고날리야

That explains everything. No better explanation could be given. Every detail explains the why of the eaglet experience. It is the world of survival. You are the best Lady Hawk. Now I will watch objectively, with a clear understanding I am viewing the inside world of the reality of what Eagles go thru to become a full-grown Adult Eagle. When I see one flying in the sky 🌈 I will think back to the explanation you provided me and everyone and remember what you taught me.

ちびちゃんお腹すいた八つ当たりをされて可哀想😭

thank you LH for the insightful descriptions :) after a horrible year for other nests, i just hope the best for this one. thank you for your effort LH

Did you see E17 try to help herself to that rabbit as soon as it dropped on the nest she’s spicy salty and sassy that girl! She’s going to grow up to be one formidable eagle 🦅🧡

wow this is amazing coverage of eagles caring for their young

Love how E18 nibbled off roadkill..poor eaglet!😩

If I am remembering correctly these 2 baby E's were just returned to the nest yesterday morning around 9:30 am so this may be the first feeding in 24 hrs since I saw no food in the nest upon their return so they were really Hungary

Poor E18!😥😢He shouldn't be There.E17 is so crule.😠He/ She eats a lot .He /She has a full crop.

Thankfully she has chilled out and isn’t as mean to him this week.

Thankyou for the explanation, I'm a new sub and did find it hard to watch, however this is nature, really appreciate your knowledge on their behaviour thanku 💖🦅

Something that has always been on my mind about this clutch is how early E18 hatched. Since no one has brought it up, maybe I got all the facts wrong. The eggs were laid almost 4 days apart, and I believe E17 started hatching 2 days after the usual 35 days. E18 started hatching a couple of hours later, that would mean that E18 hatched before the usual 35 days. Anyways, it looks like this video was taken before E18 got stuffed, so he will be all right.

Couldnt watch this one...so afraid to witness an injury to our babies!! Hopeful the aggression will subside💕💖💞💗

Human comments are pointless!

Listen E17. Stop picking on your brother! There’s enough for everybody. Seriously M15? really tenderized that rabbit well. Great job with camera work.

Praying for little e 18

That dominant eaglet is so mobile, strong and motivated - it will become some sort of super adult bird!

Two very different personalities. E17 waits to be fed by M15 , E18 waits then self feeds a few pecks . It was good seeing their energy return .

Not related to this video, but why in several videos does the male bird come with food, the female appear out of nowhere and grab the food, mantle over it, wait for the male to leave, then feed it to the chicks?

Thank you!👋🏾🥰😇🙏👍🏾

Sending full suport to your channel my friend

Greedy little bugger...not even hungry but won’t let the other one eat...that’s just nature I guess we don’t have to like it but In the long run like they say if the little ones can survive this and figure things out they will have a higher chance of survival when they are on their own...I see at least the parents care for both chicks unlike some birds that have a second as insurance and don’t really care what happens...the poor baby is so scared it won’t even try to eat. Does anyone know if it’s still alive or not?

Wow the male provides the food and starts to feed .... Strange for me because i thought the feeding was on the hands of female 🦅

Thanks for the warning LH--I think I'll skip this one! Saw the late feeding by dad & E18's HUGE crop, so I'll let that image simmer. :-) Both going at it before their rescue seemed pretty even steven, but this one-sided aggressiveness--although typical--has always been tough for me to watch. Where's a 'towel bowl' and a 'timeout' when you need one! :-) -Hugs

This is my baby Moe, I named him after the three stooges, he is one of the most incredible eagles ever, he will not leave the nest until the eaglets have fed, I sometimes help him by putting dead rodents in the nest which he totally appreciates, he will give me this stare that is so incredible as to say thank you so much, if you come to Alaska do not approach the eagles even if you think they are docile they are not & will rip you a new you know what

Love watching all of your videos thanks for sharing

Lol she’s practically self-feeding how old are they now two weeks 😄 lol 😂

dad🦅💕 mom 🦅💕 baby 1 🦅🧡 good food 2 🦅🧡 good food 🤗💙

El otro polluelo se ve muy debil espero este bien 🤒

I saw that live, it was hard to watch. 😢❤️💕💞💖

Lucky these 2 are nearly twins, I wouldn't want to see that if E18 was born 3 days later. Smart parents ^^

I know this is part of it. Thanks for the warning Lady Hawk. I can't look at it it hurts to the bottom of my soul 💔

Visiting you again

Awe it’s feeding itself :(

Did the small one survive?

もう1匹の方はダメそうだな

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Que malas madres pobre bb

Did e18 survive

Birds of bad moral character

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One chick looks sick

Usually the more aggressive chick is also the first to get snatched out of the nest by predators. E18 is probably wishing for that right about now.😆

Isn't that funny as 17 is still very aggressive towards 18, I haven't seen 18 eat anything for over a week as 17 always comes and steals everything from him

Hi buy any chance is that fortmyer.punta gorda??horses there as well..

May I ask if E17 survived to fledging stage at all? 😢

Brother 🐀

If anyone helps me get a camera I will take the most awesome pictures you have ever seen that's a promise.

I thought the other one was dead and then it started waking up and I’m like phew

Hi Lady Hawk, did any of the two survive? from Tampa, Florida

The mama eagle obviously has a favorite

I can't stand to see it. I've been watching this lovely couple since January 2020 and I just can't watch anymore. I feel so sad for the sweet little bird. I pray he doesn't get killed by 17.

What a buffet!

Did that one get knocked back down when he tried to get up and eat

LOL, too much food for the kids... a lot of leftovers

How birds know how to build a nest or this is an instinct

So they are already self-feeding, or attempting to? 😮

*_thanks for the heads up. I am one of those people that gets upset when they fight. I know its nature but i get just get bad anxiety when I see it so I just don't watch._*

“ Look kids, Daddy’s got McDonald’s. Yayyyyyy!!!! “