February 3, 2026

I am an American Kestrel

My population is in decline

After decades of research, the reasons aren't clear

For details, see the Peregrine Fund online.

Location: St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park

Sources: The Peregrine Fund: https://peregrinefund.org/american-kestrel-project

Photo and text © 2026 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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October 27, 2023

I am known as an American Kestrel

I am an "ambassador bird" rescue

That means I was cannot be released into the wild

But I can look good, educate and impress you!

Location: Nature Festival, Captive Bird

Sources: https://cbop.audubon.org/about/florida-raptors

https://cbop.audubon.org/get-involved/adopt-raptor

Photo and text © 2023 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

May 31, 2023

I am known as a Merlin

North America is where I breed

I usually lay eggs in other birds old nests

In tall pines or deciduous trees.

Special thanks to guest photographer, David Simpson.

Location: Indiana Dunes National Park, Gary Indiana.

Sources: https://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Merlin/lifehistory

Photo © 2023 David Simpson and text © 2022 Dee Fairbanks Simpson