Cathedral falcons return to breed

Cameras have been installed on Derby Cathedral in anticipation of a pair of peregrine falcons breeding.

The nesting birds are expected to start breeding later this month so two web cameras and a microphone have been attached to a special wooden platform.

The peregrine falcons first hatched chicks on Derby Cathedral in 2006 and have returned to nest this year.

Organisers expect thousands of people to watch live pictures of the birds as their progress is filmed.

In 2006, thousands of people visited the cathedral to catch a glimpse of the new family.

The Derby Peregrine Project has been set up by Derby City Council, Derbyshire Wildlife Trust and Derby Cathedral.

Strange but I thought there were laws against voyeurism.

Chris Sabian, Peak District View - 2007-03-11 02:19:07