Father peregrine falcon passes prey mid-air, but juvenile misses the catch
Singapore’s first local peregrine falcon family has captured the hearts of wildlife enthusiasts over the past few months, especially the juveniles.
Photographers have been eagerly tracking their progress, and recently, the falcons were spotted in what looked like a classic parent-child hunting moment.
Source: Alfred Ng on Facebook
Juvenile falcon fails to catch pigeon dropped by father
On 16 April, 57-year-old bird photographer Alfred Ng arrived before sunrise at Carpenter Street in Clarke Quay.
The spot offered a clear view of the Singtel Pickering Operations Complex, where the juvenile falcons are often seen perching.
By the time he arrived, one juvenile was already active, flying between buildings and occasionally perching atop nearby structures like the Singtel and OCBC buildings.
As the sun rose, Mr Ng spotted and photographed the adult male peregrine falcon after the successful hunt of an unfortunate pigeon.
Source: Alfred Ng on Facebook
He told MS News he could identify it as the father based on its colouration, adding that peregrine falcons are also recognisable by their swift, powerful flight.
One of the juveniles soon flew in from below, talons outstretched as if asking its dad to pass the meal.
The parent obliged, dropping the pigeon in a high-speed, mid-air ‘baton pass’.
