PEREGRINE FALCON BANDING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

 
IRONTON, OH - The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife will be conducting a peregrine falcon banding on Friday, May 22 at the small park located on the Kentucky side of the Ironton-Russell Bridge.  This event offers those who attend the opportunity for an up-close look at peregrine falcon nestlings.  There are three confirmed nestlings that hatched on May 1, 2009. 

The event will begin at 10:30 a.m., and last about an hour.  A biologist will climb under the bridge where the nest is located to retrieve the nestlings.  Once on the ground, each of the young falcons will be given a brief health examination and fitted with metal leg bands, then returned safely to the nest. 

This event is weather-dependant; heavy rain, high winds or lightning would be cause for cancellation.  For information contact the Wildlife District Four office at 740-589-9930.