chicks

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Now, a group of the birds have nested at an industrial estate near Guildford, with the hope they will rear chicks in the coming years.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

This spring, the chicks were dubbed Luna and Sandy, a nod to Steers, with local third graders making the final call in a community naming contest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

“No one was excited to see the growing family more than Sandy,” Benedict said, relating a time when Steers cried with excitement when three chicks hatched.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026

Even brief incidents can cause adult birds to leave their nests, leaving eggs and chicks vulnerable, he said.

From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026

“Wouldn’t you know it? We had a huge shipment of new chicks yesterday.”

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings