Adorable Barn Owl Pair Bring Up Their Chicks | Full Story | Gylfie & Finn | Robert E Fuller

It has been such an adventure watching barn owls Gylfie & Finn bring up their two owlets Nutmeg and Thyme in 2021. And, it's been great to see first-time dad Finn, step up to the mark!

I've put their full story of this season together in this film for you to enjoy.

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Their story

Finn and Gylfie first hooked up together towards the end of 2022. Finn was just two years old and this was his first breeding season. At times his inexperience led to some amusing gaffs!

From clumsy courtship to devoted partner

But this male barn owl soon matured and proved he can provide for his family. He is such a sweet character and takes his job very seriously.

First time dad

This first time dad's excitement when he met his chicks was adorable to watch. Watch him checks the egg after it is laid with his beak, - it's as though he wonders if he should brood it himself. But Gylfie steps in and pushes him aside… incubating is best left to the expert.

Attentive dad

Finn goes on to become a really attentive parent. He rarely leaves Gylfie's side as she broods their eggs and works hard bringing in food around the clock and guarding the nest.

Barn owl chicks

The pair had three chicks in total, but sadly one did not survive. Thankfully the two remaining chicks, named Nutmeg & Thyme by their fans, grow up to be strong and healthy.

Nutmeg becomes carer

And by one month old, barn owls the eldest, Nutmeg, is already showing signs she has inherited Finn's incredible nature. After they are old enough to be left alone by the parent birds my cameras reveal something unusual - Nutmeg, older by three days, takes on the role of feeding her younger brother.

Helping to feed & groom Thyme

As the barn owl chicks grow and develop, the bond between the siblings grows stronger and my cameras capture endearing footage of Nutmeg grooming Thyme and trying to encourage him to join her as she discovers the entrance to the nest and sees the world outside.

And Thyme turns protector

Then one day when a pigeon ventures into the nest, their roles are reversed and the younger owlet, Thyme, spreads his wings out wide and screeches to protect his sister Nutmeg.

Barn owls first flights

This extraordinary bond continues as the eldest Nutmeg learns to fly and then hops about the entrance to the nest trying to encourage her brother to join her.

I hope you have enjoyed watching the story of this adorable barn owl family.

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[malcontender]

I have never seen a bird prioritize the weakest young to be fed first. Good job barn owls.

[blkdrgncap]

I couldn't believe when I saw Nutmeg give her little brother a mouse rather than eating it herself. What an incredible behavior to witness! I bet she'll be an amazing mother to her own clutch of owlets in the future!

[thelivingcat]

Finn is a precious boy. Not only providing copious amounts of food and spending time with his family but also just checking up on the neighbors eggs instead of destroying them

[denisamuresan]

I loved this one. Too bad about Thyme, but lovely to see how caring and nurturing their parents are. Cant get enough of these films!

[ziliohneland]

never forget how Finn dropped the complete mouse on his kids and wondered why they dont eat^^----Gylfie is the most tender and caring mum i can imagine <3

[phylliscarr]

These are the most beautiful owls.
Actually a piece of art.

[irenemessina]

Although bittersweet, I truly enjoyed watching Finn stepping up to being a great father, Gilfie as an extraordinary mother and the chicks grow to fledging.

[kristimcgowandarkoscellard]

I don’t care what the correct “scientific term” is, it’s obvious to me that these 2 love each other
Cheers 😁

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Look at Finn smile!; that’s an award winning smile

[AK-jtkh]

Birds can be such loving animals…I observed a male cardinal feeding a female cardinal seed at our feeder two years ago. I think the same couple came back the next year too. The male cardinal was so devoted and loving to his lady - he followed her everywhere and kept watch over her while she ate.

[Master_Petes_Theater]

When Finn took his first look at the egg, he must've thought: "Did I do *THAT?!"* 😁

Robert, here's wishing you, your family, your animal friends and supporters a happy and healthy year ahead! Happy New Year! 🥳🥰💕

[unnamedvisitor]

I can practically hear them talk to each other, they have such vibrant personalities.

[pharoahcaraboo]

So Gylfie’s got to be at least 6 years old, she’s very patient with her baby beau. His mating technique still needs some work lol, she was sleeping there hon. Finn and Gylfie are very charismatic, and Finn is very expressive. I can practically hear him going ‘oh wow! Can I look? Can I see?’ When investigating the eggs. I hope they stick together next year!

[missmadness]

I love when you picked the chicks up and they were just like "wtf"

[villebooks]

Rest in owl heaven, dear Finn. We will remember you, thanks to the Fuller team.

[woman.who.dreams]

I'm so sorry for the sad news about Finn. Thank you Robert and all the great animals who live in your garden for your contribution to making the world a better place 💚🦉

[Blackraregem]

Rip thyme aww he was so cute like his sister nutmeg remember he tried to defend his sister when a bird came into the nest aww he so sweet and caring 🙁😢

[RedNoir]

I’m crying at the end! I was really rooting for Thyme! 😭

[erinallen]

The chicks mimicking each other is just the cutest thing ever.