This nesting territory is only marginal for gyrs, having mainly arctic hare as prey. The narration, stating that the Jerkin was lazy or a poor hunter is a load of crap. The fact that he is of advanced age, and living in that harsh environment is evidence to the contrary. Lifting and carrying hares is marginal even for a female.
A better nesting habitat would have more prey items available in his size range. This makes me think that the better sites are already occupied by other breeding pairs.
Last edited by sharptail; 04-02-2008 at 10:56 PM.
Jeff,
Northern Black Hills, Wyoming
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