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 Tuesday, May 27 at the small park located on the Kentucky side of the Ironton-Russell Bridge. This event will be open to the public, and offers those who attend the opportunity for an up-close look at peregrine falcon nestlings.
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.