Single Kestrel Parent Raises Six Chicks | The Dodo

After defending her nest from several attacks, the kestrel mother mysteriously disappears. Now, this lone father must beat all odds to care for his six chicks. Learning to feed and brood them. With help from @RobertEFuller, watch all six chicks leave the nest!

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[victoriadiesattheend.]

This is incredible. An ornithologist would say that these chicks had no chance....that the male wouldn't know how to feed or brood his chicks. But this one actually figured it out by the catch of the lizard. I felt sad for him when he called out for his mate one last time. I wish she could have stayed. But he did so well all on his own. Beautiful and simple and profound.

[nfullenwider]

It's totally me, but the 6th kestrel has a sentimental look, like he's taking one last look at his bedroom before he heads to college.

[huntercool]

4:56 I love how they stopped chirping and stared in disbelief as their sibling flew off 💀💀

[linda]

You must be a proud father also. Thank you for helping the baby chicks. I’m so very envious of your life! It’s magical! ♥️

[dadever-c]

No father really knows how HARD it is to raise kids, until he is knee-deep in it. Experience is a great teacher. Doing it alone, whether a bird or a human, is incredible!

[gomzy]

love how clueless mr kes was once he had to take the role of the mother

[ArtsAndNicole]

My husband named himself after these birds. He passed away suddenly this spring and seeing this video brought me some much needed joy. They are wonderful little birds.

[christinenolan]

Happy belated Fathers Day, Mr Kes and to you. It’s wonderful to see he’s taken on the role of mom to his babies.
Thank you for sharing and for caring.

[atlantabrooklyngal]

The Kestrel chicks have two dads. 😁

I love that the dad stepped up to the plate and figured things out. He could have abandon them as well, but he didn't.

Thank you for helping the little birdie family.❤

[magpye]

This Kestrel Dad is so smart!! The way he was able to realize his kids couldn’t eat and had to problem solve to keep them alive is amazing. Just took him a bit

[VeraxFriends]

At
4:57
Anyone else just see the awe and excitement on that chick's face when joining his father?
He's like: OH MY GOD DAD LOOK I DID IT I FLY
❤ So fricken wholesome

[aldrinmilespartosa]

A novice yet determined single father and a caring uncle, those kids are in good hands.

[AndyFromBeaverton]

Robert Fuller is a top videographer and his videos are always a must-watch.

[cherylrleigh]

To all the male kestrels who learned to feed their chicks. Happy Father's Day. 💕💕💕💕

[type]

Well done Mr Kes..great parenting and help from Mr Robert Fuller makes you a remarkable DAD to your beautiful chicks
Bravo to all single Dad 🎉

[jhevier]

This is one of the best videos I have ever watched on YouTube. The guy commentating and taking care of the birds is wonderful

[AniFam]

Such a hardworking devoted father~👍
Thank you for helping him take care of his little ones~🤗

[floragirl]

Thank you, Robert Fuller, for helping the baby chicks. It was heartwarming to see them grow stronger and being reunited with their family 🙏

[PancakemonsterFO]

Sometimes you have to learn on the go what it means to be a good parent

[agirlnamedbrett.]

I felt for the dad as he called for his mate having no idea why she just up and left. I will never tire of watching animals and all they do, the never stop being awesome.