New female falcon takes up residence in MSU nest box, but no eggs are laid

  • A peregrine falcon watches over two eggs in a nesting box atop Spartan Stadium. More eggs may be on the way.
    A peregrine falcon watches over two eggs in a nesting box atop Spartan Stadium. More eggs may be on the way.

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    Anew female peregrine falcon has appeared at Michigan State University’s falcon nesting box atop Spartan Stadium, marking a significant change at a nesting site occupied by peregrine falcons for years.

    The MSU Fisheries and Wildlife Club, which maintains the nest box and livestream, identified the new female as Nicole after observing her alongside Apollo, the male peregrine falcon that has n…