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Manhattan Bird Alert

Red-tailed Hawk youngster Aladdin perches low on Central Park South.

Magic and mother Red-tailed Hawk, perhaps having that "time to move out of the nest" talk—at 180 Central Park South. Since then Magic did just that, and now can be seen perching on trees nearby in Central Park.

A single Mallard duckling swims Central Park's Conservatory Water. Its mother is keeping a close watch on it and it seems to be doing well.

The Red-tailed Hawk chick of 927 Fifth Avenue showed how much it has grown, with mother Octavia on Tuesday.

"I have wings!" This nestling Red-tailed Hawk shows that it soon will be ready to fly, at 180 Central Park South on Thursday. Clearly Mom has been an excellent provider for both remaining youngsters.

The chick shows its talons, with mother Octavia on the 927 Fifth Avenue Red-tailed Hawk nest.

The 927 Fifth Avenue nestling stands tall aside Red-tailed Hawk mother Octavia.

The first Red-tailed Hawk fledgling of 180 Central Park South raises its mighty wings.

The two Red-tailed Hawk youngsters of 180 Central Park South pose for their portrait. Since then, the one on the right has left the nest.

One of two Red-tailed Hawk nestlings at the 180 Central Park South nest.

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Manhattan Bird Alert