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TOUCHDOWN--04/05, 06:53
QUEEN IRIS has returned!
Rejoice
#CHOWS
---- Let the season begin!
#BeAnIris
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11:32, 4/5 There's no other place we would rather be than celebrating the arrival of Iris with all of you. Spread the joy far and wide.
#BeAnIris
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17:05, 4/7 So good to see Iris home at last. Does she know we've all been waiting and watching!!!!!
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Guess who’s baaaack!! Iris, one of the world’s oldest known breeding Ospreys, has returned from spring migration to her nest in Missoula, Montana. What will this season hold for Iris?
Keep watch LIVE at
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13:51, 4/24 Very exciting, isn't it?! Iris gets a fish delivery and it appears to be the new male. Here we see the delivery, fish exchange and Iris' departure with the fish. Male does a bit of nestoration and visits the perch after Iris departs
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02:08, 4/13 Well, well....this was certainly a welcome sight to wake up to! Iris, welcome home (again!)
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17:15, 6/6 🎶Getting to know you,
Getting to know all about you.
Getting to like you,
Getting to hope you like me.🎶
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9:28, 4/5 We thought it was the Queen of Hellgate earlier this morning, but we can confirm the Queen has arrived. Long Live Queen Iris! Rejoice CHOWS and jump on the train.
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5/3 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! For those who have been following
#HellgateOspey
for 5 years or more, you know how amazing it was to see Iris incubating the egg with a mate standing by. We've waited a long time.
We believe we can say
#ProjectNewMate
was a success.
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4/2 A big Welcome Home to both Star and Louis.
Looks like they have settled in. Yahoo!!
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5/6 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! There is a saying, "The best things come in small packages." Iris gave us another precious gift with brownish-red splotches last night at 22:01:45.
Be of good cheer today and spread the joy today.
#BeAnIris
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6/10 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
!
What a difference a day makes!
The day is before us as an unwrapped gift. Let's enjoy opening this amazing gift.
#BeAnIris
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4/30 Our last recorded sighting of Louis was at 16:02 on 4/28.
Louis was a faithful mate. He faithfully defended the nest even when he was not her mate. He will always be very dear to us. 💙💙💙
We are grateful the baton has now been passed to another male.
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18:13, 4/8 She flew in with a low crop, stopped by the nest, then enjoyed a fish from the Clark Fork River. Her crop is full, and it is time for a rest.
We've all had a BIG day!
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4/2 Iris touched down at 9:51:50 mdt this morning. This marks the earliest Iris has returned in several years. In 2011 Iris returned on 4/1. Never underestimate Iris!
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17:39, 6/8 There she is! Where have you been, what have you done, was it fun...!!!!!!
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18:12, 5/4 One of the most thrilling aspects of this year is hearing Iris call for a fish and having one delivered to her by her new mate.
Iris takes her portion to the Owl Pole to dine.
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6/9 Many of you have asked about naming this new male. Dr. Greene will have the honor of giving him a formal name when the time comes.
We used New Guy or NG for Louis until he was named. This time around we will add a 2. Presenting... New Guy 2 or NG2.
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Fantastic news! Iris, perhaps the world's oldest known breeding Osprey,has returned once again to her nest site in Hellgate Canyon. Watch her magnificent, swooping flight onto the nest before she immediately begins sprucing up the site by arranging sticks
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FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER A GHO LANDED ON IRIS' NEST!! AT 19:40 PM.. I'm excited!!!
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08:10, 4/6 Fish on her beak and a full crop, tells us Iris had her first meal from the Clark Fork River.
#BeAnIris
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14:23, 5/1 The "grand finale" of the new guy's fishing success that was ultimately shared with Iris
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5/1 Did you know that Iris's last two mates showed up in May? Stanley arrived May 6, 2012, and Louis arrived May 3, 2016. Let's hope there is a picky male osprey looking for the best darned female osprey in the world.
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4/19 Iris left the nest at 11:01 and returned at 11:06 with a stick. This means it took her longer to select a stick for her nest than it has for her to pull big Rainbow Trout out of the river. 😮😂😉
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5/5 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! Every morning is like Christmas morning when you wake up and realize again that it is true!!! Iris has a mate! It is the best gift a
#CHOW
could be given.
Keep rejoicing and have a splendid Sunday.
Will an egg come today? Stay tuned!
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4/11 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! We're still scratching our heads over Iris's change in behavior this year. We'll have to hold tight, keep calm, and osprey on as we watch and learn.
As always, keep her in your positive thoughts and prayers.
#BeAnIris
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4/8 Carrying your phone around EVERYWHERE for days watching an empty nest is not fun..... until.... Iris!
Your heart jumps, you jump with the rush of joy unbounded.
Only
#CHOWS
know the feeling.
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13:12, 4/29 THE FIRST FISH has been delivered to the nest. Iris grabs and goes.
#ProjectNewMate
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04:47, 4/13 Sorry Folgers, but the best part of waking up is finding Iris at her nest.
It's a great day,
#CHOWS
! Let your rejoicing spread.
#BeAnIris
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6/9 Today has brought us new developments in the relationship with Iris and this new male. Iris has brought in more sticks to the nest. This is a bonding activity between ospreys. This is our first indication she may have accepted him as a mate.
con't
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18:52, 4/29 The New Male soars in with another fish delivery for the Queen. She takes it to the Royal Dining Pole.
#ProjectNewMate
is looking good.
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9/21 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! On 9/21/2020, Iris was last sighted on her favorite perch on Mt. Sentinel. The last sighting of her this year was 9/12 on a perch on Mt. Sentinel. We had the honor of her presence for 157 days, 2hrs & 23 mins!
Godspeed, Iris!!
#BeAnIris
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4/9 Many of you know that Dunrovin is the sister Osprey nest to Hellgate, only about 15 miles away in Lolo. Harriet has been the matriarch at the nest since broadcasting. She has not returned yet. Prayers and pure thoughts for this nest and Harriet.
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18:01, 5/2 Iris returns to the nest. She settles in to incubate the egg. NG stands by on the nest.
It is nice to see them developing a strong pair bond.
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17:23, 4/7 Yes, we know you are a self-sufficient female O, but we still get concerned when you don't visit your nest in over 24 hours
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3/31 We've come a long way,
#CHOWS
! in less than 9 hours and we will be on Iris Watch beginning April 1st.
Iris has only returned once on April 1st, but who knows? Pure thoughts and prayers for her safe return.
#BeAnIris
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Welcome to "Iris Watch"
#CHOWS
! Excitement is in the air. Iris arrived on April 1st in 2011. Continue those wonderful, pure thoughts and prayers for a safe arrival.
#BeAnIris
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12:04, 4/13 Iris arrives back at the nest, followed by Louis and the first mating of 2024.
C'mon, osprey males.... Iris needs a full-time mate.
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12:37, 4/9 When you are famous, reporters follow you around. Dr. Erick Greene reported Iris caught a large trout by the foot bridge, & took it to a Cottonwood tree to feast. Her crop full, she is now on the perch preening.
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4/6 Good Morning! Well, yesterday was a first. You
#CHOWS
got so excited it seems you caused an earthquake. 🤣🤣🤣 That's one way to let the world know Iris is back! Ya gotta love being a
#CHOW
!
Let the good times roll!
#BeAnIris
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11:33, 4/5 Iris lets us know it's time to get busy. There's work to be done here!
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3/1/2024 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! Start your Anticipation Engine because our countdown to Iris Watch is now only 30 days! Keep Looking Up and remember those pure thoughts and prayers as our ospreys prepare to return.
#BeAnIris
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4/12 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! Here's your "Wake-Up Call" from Iris.
Never do less than your best.
#BeAnIris
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9/14 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
!
Throwing it back to 2012! Iris with Crown Royal, Squish, & Capt. Hook. L to R
Have a thrilling Thursday!
#BeAnIris
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8:06:48, 4/7 The arrival of Queen Iris to the Cheers of all CHOWS (Crazy Hellgate Osprey Watchers)!
What a gift for today!!
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3/28/2024 Time is soaring on, is Iris? Only 3 days and 14 hours till "Iris Watch!"
Keep up those pure thoughts and prayers for a safe arrival.
#BeAnIris
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EDIT 16:09, 4/7 Iris officially touched down the first time of 2022 at 16:09.
And the cheer of
#CHOWS
could be heard around the world!
#BeAnIris
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6/9 It is most likely he is a young osprey. He has much to learn and Iris is a great teacher. We knew it would take a very persistent osprey to win Iris over.
The first time this male visited the nest was on May 7th. He has been very persistent!
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5/14 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
and Happy Mother's Day to all Mothers and to Iris. We celebrate and honor you. What a privilege it has been to watch Iris raise her chicks through the years. (Crown, Squish, and Hook 7-15-2012)
#BeAnIris
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5/1 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! Welcome to May, the month for eggs for Iris.
The bonding between Iris & the New Guy is going well. They spend a lot of time together & Iris is giving non-stop instructions.
What will today hold for our Queen & her new mate?
#BeAnIris
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8/6 Good Morning
#HellgateOsprey
Land. Many noticed a transition yesterday. Iris's role has changed. So today we honor Iris. Her osprey wisdom, strength, & fortitude brought us the gift of L'el'e's fledge. May our Queen live long & return to have many more successful fledges.
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4/4 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! Welcome to Day 4 of Iris Watch.
The more valuable the object, the more intense and thrilling the wait. Have a beautiful day waiting for Iris.
#BeAnIris
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17:08, 4/15 The male came back and landed on Iris's back. Iris was receptive to mating with her tail raised and her quick chirps. This male seems inexperienced. Iris winged him on his way. This seems promising. Notice: The absence of Louis.
#ProjectNewMate
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4/8 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! Time to get up and get moving to make the most of this Monday. Let's motivate.
#BeAnIris
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4/10 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! “Mystery creates wonder and wonder is the basis of man’s desire to understand.” - Neil Armstrong
Right now we are wondering what's up with Iris. One thing is for sure, she is living her great Osprey life.
Stay tuned...
#BeAnIris
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15:29, 4/20 Iris.....an Osprey to love! She is indeed a treasure, an iconic bird from which we learn so much! Bonus.....she's gorgeous!
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4/12 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! Nature has a timing of its own. We must adjust to it.
Keep Looking Up!
#BeAnIris
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5/2 NG has come a very long way in 5 days! He has learned to mate correctly, bring Iris fish, and bring in nesting material. We will watch & learn as he continues to hone the many skills it takes to become a breeding osprey. We know Iris is a great teacher.
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4/3 Good Morning
#CHOWS
! Rise and Shine! How wonderful to know that Star has safely returned from migration.
We continue to look up with pure thoughts and prayers for Iris, Louis and other MT O's.
#BeAnIris
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Iris saves the day! A dedicated fierce Mother who never gave up, and brought in a huge Rainbow Trout for Dinner!! We can all breathe!
21:19 PM MDT
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7/30 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
!
Each day is a great day to give thanks with gratitude.
We are so thankful for Iris!
#BeAnIris
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04/02 Okay Chows...Here is Dr. Greene's confirmation!!!
Woo hoo! This is Iris - no doubt about it. The speckles in her irises are diagnostic. She looks in great shape!!! Now just waiting on her better half. It's a definite confirmation! Erick
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18:17, 5/23 Surprise, Surprise, Surprise!
Iris is just full of surprises.
Egg
#3
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4/11 We all have questions..."Where is Iris!" There are many possibilities, but no known facts right now. This has been Iris' territory for more than 26 years; she returned as usual and came back healthy & strong. Time will tell, so we all watch & wait for the Queen's next move.
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4/14 Good Morning,
#CHOWS
! It's a new day with Iris.
Welcome to Project NewMate. Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is to provide those powerful positive thoughts and prayers for Iris a faithful new mate. Let's reel him in! 🪝
#BeAnIris
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15:52, 4/27 Iris snags a Mountain Whitefish for dinner, or snack, or whatever she wants it to be.
#BeAnIris
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5/9 12:53 NG sounds alerts & takes flight. After the threat is gone, he delivers the fish to Iris at the nest. Iris takes the fish and NG settles down to incubate the egg. Such is Osprey Family Life in
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Land.
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19:34, 4/30 There you go! Practice makes perfect.
Looks like a successful mating.
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08:56, 3T moves around the nest and straightens some sticks. Iris remains still, softly chirping.
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4/24 The volunteer team has been using a couple of ID markers for the new male....brown spot above his left leg and a 'spot' in his right eye. All of our keen eyes (yours & ours) will be very helpful!!
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