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Oh dear Lord ! I pray he can recover. The injured leg probably contributed to the fact he has been away, as it took so long to fly, stop to get food and then rest . I hope that whatever can be done for him will be considered. He gets himself to his chick and feeds her after getting hurt. Just phenomenal ! We have no direct view of his injury, but even if we did, I could not see it. Tears are blurring my vision. I pray this beautiful Albatross can heal.
I shudder to think what poor Dad has had to go through keeping him absent from the nest for so long. On the bright side, he’s home and can convalesce on land if necessary. So happy to see him as was Pippa. He was the one who was there for her when she hatched.
Little Pippa was so hungry, she walks to her dad for some delicious lunch. So thankful dad made it home, now he can relax & heal is injured foot/leg. Looks like another beautiful day in New Zealand.
Its so good to see dad and daughter reunited after being away for so long. We did know that something must of happened to have delayed him returning and we were right. This shows the dedication and bonds that these birds have with their chicks. Even in the state he is in, he still goes ahead and feeds his baby. People say its instinct for these birds to return home to family, but right there shows what us humans should do for our own children no matter the circumstance (unless parents are unfit and dangerous to be around children). Fathers and mothers, no matter the issue, if you can return to your kids. They don't need things but want quality time with their parents. Go to sport events, school graduations, play games in the housr or outside. It doesn't matter what you but how and why you do it
Wow!!!! What an amazing dad!! I’m so sooo glad he at least got to return and see his baby 🥰🥰🥰, despite the injury it must have made him so happy to see little pippa after so long!!
So interesting to see Pippa wait for a while for OGK to come to the nest after she’s been out and about for a while now. She finally comes too him. You can tell how happy they are to finally see each other again! Heal quickly Dad! ❤️
Oh what a beautiful sighting. Little pippa is so vocal so happy to see her daddy. A reunion indeed. Special moments. Watching this melts my heart. Oh she so wants to be near him. Sadness for his injury. What remarkable parents these birds are. This family has been my favorite. Albatross are really special. I hope he heals well and can recover. Tysm for the news. ❣
DAD!!! YAY! Sending him lots of healing vibes and 💕. Really hoping for a full and speedy recovery. Poor baby so sad to see him hurting. Wish he’d stay with Pippa and rest.
I am so happy he returned and is somewhat ok. He loves Pippa and mom. He is having a hard time walking but he is determined. Brought tears of joy to me🥰🥰
OGK and Pippa had some quality father daughter time plus a feeding. Praying OGK is healed by the time he returns. It is good news that in New Zealand they will do suppliment feedings.
Thank you for sending me this footage of the phenomenally dedicated OGK returning to his baby Pippa with obvious injuries🥀 I'm crying now.. It's just so very moving. The love these birds demonstrate epitomizes that feeling beyond what I see in human beings.. God did so right in his creation with Albies 😘❣️🎀‼️ (counting my lucky stars to be able to witness this adoration.. Now if I could just stop crying... 🌹)
Hi Kathleen you are very welcome and I am glad you got to watch the footage with OGK returning for his Pippa ♥ The emotion we see and feel is very moving to see what these amazing seabirds go through each and every day with unwavering commitment to their young. God bless them all and God bless you too! Take care ♥
Oh what a blessed event! Dad has returned. He is injured and limping and can only take a few steps at a time. He was determined to make it back to take care of his little girl. How beautiful it is to see him feeding her. He gives her a great feeding. I love how they sit together too. At first Pippa gets excited and makes he way over to Dad. The two bond together and he feeds her from where he is situated. Then he makes his way over to the nesting spot and feeds her there too. So great to see him. They spent this precious time together. He slowly leaves. After a few stops makes his way back where he can fly off. I love the precious close-ups of Pippa & Dad. These are gorgeous. Thank You Lady Haw! Great video!
Listen to Pippa squeal with excitement! She is more happy than we are-she sees dinner too! I hope mom comes to see them both! OGK stay near Pippa and rest your leg-you need it for those landings!
Lady Hawk, thank you so much for bringing us this joyous video even if it is mixed with some sadness. I have seen miracles this year with our beloved SWFL Eagles and know an even bigger one can happen here. It's already a miracle he made it back to little Pippa, and surely God can heal this magnificent bird. Hopefully the rangers will be able to help him along this journey. Lil Pippa was so excited!
Oh I do hope the rangers are able to help Dad..this breaks my heart..looks like he really struggled to make it home to his Pippa. Hope he is able to make a full recovery Lady Hawk .. 🙏 💕💕
Hi Bette - the rangers will be keeping a close eye out for OGK to see if he is on the ground or if he returns again to assess his condition. I am happy that he is still alive - I honestly had thought he was no longer with us. Prayers that he makes a full recovery. His love for his baby is amazing! ♥
I was so happy to see him earlier today and right away so sorry to see him limping. He looks in pain. I wanted to can a ranger ambulance... but of course I am too far away and they know. They will do what is best for him. Thank you Lady Hawk!
Awh what a precious & loving reunion ❤️ Baby Pippa is soooo happy! Daddy is happy too, but appears to be in much pain, especially at the end when he goes off by himself to lay down.👒 Lady, you know I don't watch this nest alot, a few of your adorable videos is how I keep up with it. Between yourself & myself, we cover soooo many nests it is hard to keep up with them all 💗. But from the videos I have watched of this nest, I fell in love with this beautiful family a long time ago. I feel so bad for Dad, it was breaking my heart to watch him. I pray for him that it is a wound that will heal quickly and he can recover completely. The good news is that he made it back after 4 wks to his beautiful baby Pippa including being able to feed baby. Bless you Daddy & prayers🙏 for you a quick recovery. Thank you for sharing 👒 Lady Hawk 👒 ❤️ 🐤❤️ 🌷🌞🌺
I am so glad you are watching this nest now Youkie!! They are so easy to fall in love with!! ♥♥ I am so thankful that OGK has recovered from this bad injury and is back with his Pippa and YRK!!
Only OGK's love and dedication to his baby bigGirl could guide him back through his obvious pain. I love seeing dad and daughter sitting together so companionably, peacefully. I too am hoping and praying OGK heals quickly and well so he can return to the activities that fill him with this fatherhood joys and satisfaction. Thank you LadyHawk, for edits and we're all in this tot6ygether - for our beloved eagle families, and for each other 💓💖 in these surreal difficult times. 🥰
I'm so glad to see Dad but upset at the state he's in... I hope he can heal from this injury and I trust that the rangers will do whatever they can for him. How amazing that even though he's injured, his objective was still to come home and make sure his baby got fed.
It‘s good to see dad, but even more sad to see him injured like this, my heart is broken.....I hope he didn’t fly off and somebody can look after him.....please dear dad, take a rest and get healed......😥🙏🏼
When I tuned in a couple of hours later, there was a storm overhead. Looks like dad got caught up in that. Keeping wings crossed for a speedy recovery!
I’m stunned. I really thought something awful had happened and now he turns up seriously injured. It was excruciating watching him trying to get to Pippa, and beautiful to see her come to him. Their bond is amazing. I wish he would just lay low for a few days to try and heal but instinct will dictate his next moves. He seemed ever alert and constantly scanning, I assume looking for YRK. I am keeping everything crossed he can recover or they intervene if necessary. Thanks for the video and any updates. Some very special moments you recorded. ❤️
Thank you for your positive thoughts! OGK did fly off and is not on the peninsula any longer so I hope that he will continue to heal at sea and stay safe so he can once again return to his daughter! They do have a very special bond!
I know it is sad to watch him walking in pain but am so so so so so happy to see him alive. Thank godness he is back and we all can see how much Pippa is happy, OMG. They are are just so beautiful together. Thanks you so much for sharing this lovely video Lady Hawk ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
You are welcome Parminder! I keep telling myself it is good that OGK is alive and he was here feeding his daughter despite all the pain he must be in. He is a fighter and survivor and prayers that he continues to heal!
Amen, OGK is a too sweet and loving father who couldn't stop himself coming back to his princess after been hurt and in pain. Yes dear, prayers for him to get well soon. TYVM my dear and appreciate your videos@@ladyhawk 💞💖💕💗
I am overjoyed at OGK’s return, which is an answer to so many prayers-of mine and and of so many others! We pray now for swift healing! He does look to be in pain! 😢 M’lady, what types of dangers do albatross have? How many scenarios in which he could have gotten injured? What is the survival rate of a 21 year old make with s foot injury? I am so worried now!
The main problem is that albatrosses try to steal fish and squid bait from long line fishing hooks. The birds get caught on the hook and quickly drown when the lines are set. The bodies of these birds, recovered hours later, are a grim reminder of the sheer toll of seabirds that these fisheries can take. Sometimes the birds break free on their own. It looks like a puncture wound to OGK's bill and the blood seen could be caused by that injury. Also he could have injured his leg trying to escape. Birds can recover from leg injures on their own if they are not serious. OGK was missing for a month - I think he was injured some time ago and has just now been able to get home to the colony.
TY Lady Hawk. I thought I saw blood too but was not sure. The facts about fishing lines are important and thanks for that info. I read a couple days ago how predators like sharks can go after seabirds, and very glad he made it back to the nest. Someone made a comment that these birds are an endangered species, and treatment should be done. My thoughts immediately went to the issue of “capture” and care by DOC and how that might effect his normal behavior and then his mate. They mate for life. Soon she may know he is back, and take off for a long voyage of her own for food.
Lady Hawk And THAT, Ladies and Gentlemen, is one of the reasons I’m a total vegetarian. If it can experience fear and pain (and try to escape or protect itself, I won’t eat it). Nor will I cook it for any of my family. Thanks for the education, LH. You’re awfully brave to keep doing what you do.
@@ladyhawk He still had enough food in him to feed Pippa, though. Most animals hunker down when they are ill or injured, so, on a positive thought, he was able to fly off and hopefully, heal while he is flying. Oh, I hope he will be OK.
Wonderful!! Tears of joy! Pippa and all of us missed you so much! You can hear how happy she is to see her Daddy! What a devoted Dad! What a great feeding! Prayers for your continued healing. Thank you so much for the wonderful news, Lady Hawk!
That is the most beautiful thing i have ever. Seen that baby bird reaching to be next to her father and him injured reaching out tp her that is pure love those creatires of nature csn teach us so much to us humans problaby more himanity grom creatures that are not human but there acts are mpre human than some humans are god bless them. Hope the dad gets better soon💞
Yes I agree wholeheartedly Olga! There is so much we humans can learn from watching the selfless acts of these birds who give their all to raise their family ♥♥
The effort that OGK made to see Pippa and to feed his sweet baby brought me to tears. I think his injuries need more time to heal. Safe journey OGK....Pippa will be waiting for you and we hope to see you soon, too. Thank you for the update from Ranger Sharyn.This was a tough one, Lady Hawk:)
Hi SoCal Eagle it was bittersweet to see how hard he tried to get to his baby to feed her! He is amazing in his dedication in spite of his pain and injury. I really hope that we see him again and that he stays close by and rests now. I know the instinctual need to return to the sea is great.
This fills my heart with gladness and faith that there is hope in this world. The bond here just has to reinforce the strength that is in all creatures which take a breath. There is so much sadness with the deadly virus consuming our lives, the senseless killing of 19 people in Nova Scotia , this must show us we must never give up hope and experience such tenderness as displayed here. Pray for his healing.
Happy beyond words, tears of joy 😂, so sorry you have an injury but you're alive and Pippa's hero. What a wonderful thing to wake up to such good news. Stay well everyone. 🎉🎉🎉🎉💕
I hope he’s OK! I never like seeing one of our animals have an injury. Glad to finally see him though! Was wondering where he’d been or thought maybe I just hadn’t seen him on the cam.
OGK loves his baby so very much that even if he got injured he tried hard & managed to come back to feed her. What a great Dad ! 😍 The little one looked so happy to see & be with her Dad again. That scene is very touching. Especially, we hear her vocals all the time. The problem is how will he return back to the sea again with his injuries ? He can't even walk properly. My thoughts and pray goe fir him and his little family. Get heal soon, dear OGK. Take care. TYVM for the video, Lady Hawk. 🙏
Hi Ira - the rangers got approval and searched for him today and did not find him so he did return to the sea. That is a good sign and hopefully he will be able to rest and heal. I just want him to stay safe and not get caught in more longlines or nets.
I am sooooooo happy to see OGK. I've really been worried about him. We all have. I'm sorry about his hurt leg and I pray he'll have a full recovery. I can tell he's in pain. Poor Dad. They were so glad to see each other. What a sweet reunion. I hope he stays near. Lady Hawk, can anything be done to check him out and maybe help with his injury? This is a great day. Thank you for this sweet video. ♥️♥️🤗🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻 EDIT...I see your answer to others about Dad's situation and the help he could receive so no need to repeat it here. God bless our brave Dad and all of this wonderful family. Thank you for all you do, Lady Hawk. Praying for this family! 💞💞
Can't the Rangers do something? He could not walk and had a cut on his neck. He seemed to not be able to fly again. Will Pippa get supplemental feeding?
They are monitoring the situation. If he is on the ground they may attempt to capture and examine him but if he is flying there is little they can do. He fed Pippa and YRK fed Pippa on the 18th of April so she does not require a supplemental feeding.
What are the major predators of Albatross? Orca? Shark? Sea lions? I'm glad he made it back, but I do hope he doesn't fly off and the rangers can check on him.
Baby girl is so happy and dad is happy also this makes my day my job gives me a nightmare but when i see them im so happy and full of love 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🌷🌷🌷🌹🌹🌹🌺🌺🌺💞💞💞💞😘😘🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠
Happy+Beautiful Pippa - So excited to see Dad!! He is definitely in pain ,- has to use his wings to barely advance forward, seems weak. He kept hanging on so he could see his Pippa. Since they're tame around the rangers - it would be in the best interest of Dad, Mom, Pippa and the Albatross species if Dad could be caught and assessed - make sure as to what's going on? Just my thoughts on it. Thanks Lady Hawk - I really love this channel. - Steohanie
The rangers did go and look for OGK today and he is not on the peninsula any longer. If he does return they will assess his health and take any appropriate steps as necessary.
This is a beautiful, moving reunion. But, man! Knowing nature can be cruel and seeing it are two different things. I hope Poppa heals quickly. He’s obviously in pain. 😢
They are monitoring the situation. If he is on the ground they may attempt to capture and examine him but if he is flying there is little they can do. Birds do recover from leg injuries on their own in time
@@ladyhawk thank you! I am sorry if I am pain sometimes. Hard to believe that you can get so attached to an animal on a video but I do! They make me smile, laugh and sometimes cry. Thank you for your patience in answering my questions! God bless you and them!
Oh poor Dad! He is so wonderful. The good thing is that they’re not on land that much comparatively but still this hurts my heart some. I love that Pippa came to him.
Oh sweet girl. She knows her Pappa. I am so relieved to see him but so sad to see him hurt. Bless him, he is feeding her. Or trying to. I will check other comments to see if there is info on him below.
As others have said, thank goodness OGK was actually able to return. I’m thinking his injury is somewhat serious since it took so long for him to return. He made it back, though; at least we now have some idea why he was so delayed.
The rangers could attempt to capture and examine him if he stays on the ground. They are assessing the situation and will be monitoring closely. They have certain protocols in place for rescue and they have an excellent wildlife hospital if needed.
Lady Hawk thank you. I didn’t expect to see dad. It will be a long time before I will understand very much about these wonderful birds. Your videos and commentaries have been my education. I’m so very grateful.
Oh good. I didn't see him fly off, but that doesn't mean he didnt. So glad that he is back. Sad he's injured. Prayers for quick heal. I guess we know why he was away so long. Looked like he wanted to just rest a while after feeding Pippa.
Come join our new facebook group "Royal Cam Albatross Group - New Zealand" for some fun and up to date information on the albatross family! We are a diverse group whose main interests are on the albatross and on their conservation measures! Come share your photos, posts, thoughts and questions on these beautiful and amazing sea birds with us! ♥♥♥ facebook.com/groups/991026361293354/
Lady Hawk can’t someone get him and take him for help 😢😢😢😢
I can’t watch I’m so sad 😞
My heart is broken
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I sure enjoyed watching OGK on here today 9-25-22. I miss him. He is a magnificent bird and a loving dad for Atawhai. 👵🏻 Many thanks.
Oh dear Lord ! I pray he can recover. The injured leg probably contributed to the fact he has been away, as it took so long to fly, stop to get food and then rest . I hope that whatever can be done for him will be considered. He gets himself to his chick and feeds her after getting hurt. Just phenomenal ! We have no direct view of his injury, but even if we did, I could not see it. Tears are blurring my vision. I pray this beautiful Albatross can heal.
I shudder to think what poor Dad has had to go through keeping him absent from the nest for so long. On the bright side, he’s home and can convalesce on land if necessary. So happy to see him as was Pippa. He was the one who was there for her when she hatched.
Little Pippa was so hungry, she walks to her dad for some delicious lunch. So thankful dad made it home, now he can relax & heal is injured foot/leg. Looks like another beautiful day in New Zealand.
Wow, I didn't think we would see Dad again. I am hoping for his full recovery.
Its so good to see dad and daughter reunited after being away for so long. We did know that something must of happened to have delayed him returning and we were right. This shows the dedication and bonds that these birds have with their chicks. Even in the state he is in, he still goes ahead and feeds his baby. People say its instinct for these birds to return home to family, but right there shows what us humans should do for our own children no matter the circumstance (unless parents are unfit and dangerous to be around children). Fathers and mothers, no matter the issue, if you can return to your kids. They don't need things but want quality time with their parents. Go to sport events, school graduations, play games in the housr or outside. It doesn't matter what you but how and why you do it
Congratulations on your excellent deeply touching comment.
It goes way beyond instinct
Oh he's back!! Looks like he's in pain. His voice is SO different than moms. Pippa sure remembers her daddy though
Recovering Soul Yes! It was so good to hear his voice!! Hope he will recover.
Oh man seeing dad struggle to walk was gut wrenching... 😥poor thing. Yet he still pushed himself to get to his chick to feed it. Amazing
Wow!!!! What an amazing dad!! I’m so sooo glad he at least got to return and see his baby 🥰🥰🥰, despite the injury it must have made him so happy to see little pippa after so long!!
So interesting to see Pippa wait for a while for OGK to come to the nest after she’s been out and about for a while now. She finally comes too him. You can tell how happy they are to finally see each other again! Heal quickly Dad! ❤️
Laurie Mounce I’m so glad she CAN get to him. She hadn’t been able to get at of the nest until very recently.
Prayers are answered, Dad is back though injured, he made it back, thank you Lord..! 🥰💓
Soooooo happy OGK has returned. Hes injured yes, but hes returned home alive AND able to feed his chick. Here's to a speedy and successful recovery.
She is so happy to see her daddy 🤗
Oh what a beautiful sighting. Little pippa is so vocal so happy to see her daddy. A reunion indeed. Special moments. Watching this melts my heart. Oh she so wants to be near him. Sadness for his injury. What remarkable parents these birds are. This family has been my favorite. Albatross are really special. I hope he heals well and can recover. Tysm for the news. ❣
Thank you for your kind words!! I am saddened to see his injury too but hopeful that he will be able to mend in the upcoming weeks.
@@ladyhawk Can you tell us anything about the injury?
So happy to see Dad back! Praying his leg heals soon... He is so brave and devoted!
Im so happy he's back! I admire his dedication to get back to his family even though he was injured. I hope he has a speedy recovery.
O my goodness! I'm so happy he is back! I sure hope he will be ok! O he loves his baby girl!! I'll pray for this lil family 🙏❤️
✨✨✨ Prayers sweet spirit ✨✨✨ All my Love, Dad is sooo important ✨💖✨
DAD!!! YAY! Sending him lots of healing vibes and 💕. Really hoping for a full and speedy recovery. Poor baby so sad to see him hurting. Wish he’d stay with Pippa and rest.
I am so happy he returned and is somewhat ok. He loves Pippa and mom. He is having a hard time walking but he is determined. Brought tears of joy to me🥰🥰
OGK and Pippa had some quality father daughter time plus a feeding. Praying OGK is healed by the time he returns.
It is good news that in New Zealand they will do suppliment feedings.
Thank you for sending me this footage of the phenomenally dedicated OGK returning to his baby Pippa with obvious injuries🥀 I'm crying now.. It's just so very moving. The love these birds demonstrate epitomizes that feeling beyond what I see in human beings.. God did so right in his creation with Albies 😘❣️🎀‼️
(counting my lucky stars to be able to witness this adoration.. Now if I could just stop crying... 🌹)
Hi Kathleen you are very welcome and I am glad you got to watch the footage with OGK returning for his Pippa ♥ The emotion we see and feel is very moving to see what these amazing seabirds go through each and every day with unwavering commitment to their young. God bless them all and God bless you too! Take care ♥
Praying for Dad's full recovery. Pippa loves her daddy so much.
Oh what a blessed event! Dad has returned. He is injured and limping and can only take a few steps at a time. He was determined to make it back to take care of his little girl. How beautiful it is to see him feeding her. He gives her a great feeding. I love how they sit together too. At first Pippa gets excited and makes he way over to Dad. The two bond together and he feeds her from where he is situated. Then he makes his way over to the nesting spot and feeds her there too. So great to see him. They spent this precious time together. He slowly leaves. After a few stops makes his way back where he can fly off. I love the precious close-ups of Pippa & Dad. These are gorgeous. Thank You Lady Haw! Great video!
I'm soo glad to discover this video now and know that OGK is healed and caring for a new chick 💗🙏
I am so happy to see him! Praying that if he needs help that someone will help him!! ❤
Listen to Pippa squeal with excitement! She is more happy than we are-she sees dinner too! I hope mom comes to see them both! OGK stay near Pippa and rest your leg-you need it for those landings!
Lady Hawk, thank you so much for bringing us this joyous video even if it is mixed with some sadness. I have seen miracles this year with our beloved SWFL Eagles and know an even bigger one can happen here. It's already a miracle he made it back to little Pippa, and surely God can heal this magnificent bird. Hopefully the rangers will be able to help him along this journey. Lil Pippa was so excited!
Thank you for your positive thoughts and hopefully he will be able to heal and come back home again. I am so glad Pippa got to see Dad once more!!
These birds are on the endangered list. Will someone be able to intervene to help him? 😔
Oh I do hope the rangers are able to help Dad..this breaks my heart..looks like he really struggled to make it home to his Pippa. Hope he is able to make a full recovery Lady Hawk .. 🙏 💕💕
Hi Bette - the rangers will be keeping a close eye out for OGK to see if he is on the ground or if he returns again to assess his condition. I am happy that he is still alive - I honestly had thought he was no longer with us. Prayers that he makes a full recovery. His love for his baby is amazing! ♥
Finally,,,he's back! my heart is broken when his limping steps were toward pippa,,,
I was so happy to see him earlier today and right away so sorry to see him limping. He looks in pain. I wanted to can a ranger ambulance... but of course I am too far away and they know. They will do what is best for him. Thank you Lady Hawk!
Awh what a precious & loving reunion ❤️ Baby Pippa is soooo happy! Daddy is happy too, but appears to be in much pain, especially at the end when he goes off by himself to lay down.👒 Lady, you know I don't watch this nest alot, a few of your adorable videos is how I keep up with it. Between yourself & myself, we cover soooo many nests it is hard to keep up with them all 💗. But from the videos I have watched of this nest, I fell in love with this beautiful family a long time ago. I feel so bad for Dad, it was breaking my heart to watch him. I pray for him that it is a wound that will heal quickly and he can recover completely. The good news is that he made it back after 4 wks to his beautiful baby Pippa including being able to feed baby. Bless you Daddy & prayers🙏 for you a quick recovery. Thank you for sharing 👒 Lady Hawk 👒 ❤️ 🐤❤️ 🌷🌞🌺
I am so glad you are watching this nest now Youkie!! They are so easy to fall in love with!! ♥♥ I am so thankful that OGK has recovered from this bad injury and is back with his Pippa and YRK!!
Only OGK's love and dedication
to his baby bigGirl could guide him back through his obvious pain. I love seeing dad and daughter sitting together so companionably, peacefully.
I too am hoping and praying OGK heals quickly and well so he can return to the activities that fill him with this fatherhood joys and satisfaction.
Thank you LadyHawk, for edits and we're all in this tot6ygether - for our beloved eagle families, and for each other 💓💖 in these surreal difficult times. 🥰
Thank you for your beautiful words and spirit!! I hope that Dad will return once again and be with his beloved daughter!!
I'm so glad to see Dad but upset at the state he's in... I hope he can heal from this injury and I trust that the rangers will do whatever they can for him. How amazing that even though he's injured, his objective was still to come home and make sure his baby got fed.
It‘s good to see dad, but even more sad to see him injured like this, my heart is broken.....I hope he didn’t fly off and somebody can look after him.....please dear dad, take a rest and get healed......😥🙏🏼
When I tuned in a couple of hours later, there was a storm overhead. Looks like dad got caught up in that. Keeping wings crossed for a speedy recovery!
Awesome dad is home hope for a speedy recovery ❤❤❤
Hoping for a full recovery. Thank you LadyHawk ❤
Thanks LH! I hope Dad recovers from his injuries!
I’m stunned. I really thought something awful had happened and now he turns up seriously injured. It was excruciating watching him trying to get to Pippa, and beautiful to see her come to him. Their bond is amazing. I wish he would just lay low for a few days to try and heal but instinct will dictate his next moves. He seemed ever alert and constantly scanning, I assume looking for YRK. I am keeping everything crossed he can recover or they intervene if necessary. Thanks for the video and any updates. Some very special moments you recorded. ❤️
Thank you for your positive thoughts! OGK did fly off and is not on the peninsula any longer so I hope that he will continue to heal at sea and stay safe so he can once again return to his daughter! They do have a very special bond!
Oh my god .. what a happy moment...dad returns...
awwww🙁🙁 so sorry to hear OGK is injured ~ praying he makes a full recovery 💖 Pippa needs her daddy💙
I know it is sad to watch him walking in pain but am so so so so so happy to see him alive. Thank godness he is back and we all can see how much Pippa is happy, OMG. They are are just so beautiful together. Thanks you so much for sharing this lovely video Lady Hawk ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
You are welcome Parminder! I keep telling myself it is good that OGK is alive and he was here feeding his daughter despite all the pain he must be in. He is a fighter and survivor and prayers that he continues to heal!
Amen, OGK is a too sweet and loving father who couldn't stop himself coming back to his princess after been hurt and in pain. Yes dear, prayers for him to get well soon. TYVM my dear and appreciate your videos@@ladyhawk 💞💖💕💗
I am overjoyed at OGK’s return, which is an answer to so many prayers-of mine and and of so many others!
We pray now for swift healing!
He does look to be in pain! 😢
M’lady, what types of dangers do albatross have? How many scenarios in which he could have gotten injured?
What is the survival rate of a 21 year old make with s foot injury?
I am so worried now!
The main problem is that albatrosses try to steal fish and squid bait from long line fishing hooks. The birds get caught on the hook and quickly drown when the lines are set. The bodies of these birds, recovered hours later, are a grim reminder of the sheer toll of seabirds that these fisheries can take. Sometimes the birds break free on their own. It looks like a puncture wound to OGK's bill and the blood seen could be caused by that injury. Also he could have injured his leg trying to escape. Birds can recover from leg injures on their own if they are not serious. OGK was missing for a month - I think he was injured some time ago and has just now been able to get home to the colony.
TY Lady Hawk. I thought I saw blood too but was not sure. The facts about fishing lines are important and thanks for that info. I read a couple days ago how predators like sharks can go after seabirds, and very glad he made it back to the nest. Someone made a comment that these birds are an endangered species, and treatment should be done. My thoughts immediately went to the issue of “capture” and care by DOC and how that might effect his normal behavior and then his mate. They mate for life. Soon she may know he is back, and take off for a long voyage of her own for food.
Lady Hawk And THAT, Ladies and Gentlemen, is one of the reasons I’m a total vegetarian. If it can experience fear and pain (and try to escape or protect itself, I won’t eat it). Nor will I cook it for any of my family.
Thanks for the education, LH. You’re awfully brave to keep doing what you do.
@@ladyhawk He still had enough food in him to feed Pippa, though. Most animals hunker down when they are ill or injured, so, on a positive thought, he was able to fly off and hopefully, heal while he is flying. Oh, I hope he will be OK.
Wonderful!! Tears of joy! Pippa and all of us missed you so much! You can hear how happy she is to see her Daddy! What a devoted Dad! What a great feeding! Prayers for your continued healing. Thank you so much for the wonderful news, Lady Hawk!
That is the most beautiful thing i have ever. Seen that baby bird reaching to be next to her father and him injured reaching out tp her that is pure love those creatires of nature csn teach us so much to us humans problaby more himanity grom creatures that are not human but there acts are mpre human than some humans are god bless them. Hope the dad gets better soon💞
Yes I agree wholeheartedly Olga! There is so much we humans can learn from watching the selfless acts of these birds who give their all to raise their family ♥♥
The effort that OGK made to see Pippa and to feed his sweet baby brought me to tears. I think his injuries need more time to heal. Safe journey OGK....Pippa will be waiting for you and we hope to see you soon, too. Thank you for the update from Ranger Sharyn.This was a tough one, Lady Hawk:)
Hi SoCal Eagle it was bittersweet to see how hard he tried to get to his baby to feed her! He is amazing in his dedication in spite of his pain and injury. I really hope that we see him again and that he stays close by and rests now. I know the instinctual need to return to the sea is great.
This fills my heart with gladness
and faith that there is hope in this world. The bond here just has to reinforce the strength that is in all creatures which take a breath. There is so much sadness with the deadly virus consuming our lives, the senseless killing of 19 people in Nova Scotia , this must show us we must never give up hope and experience such tenderness as displayed here. Pray for his healing.
Happy beyond words, tears of joy 😂, so sorry you have an injury but you're alive and Pippa's hero. What a wonderful thing to wake up to such good news. Stay well everyone. 🎉🎉🎉🎉💕
Answered Prayer. Thank you, God, for bringing Dad back to his Pippa. What a brave Papa!
Praying that OGK heals. So sad to see he was injured. Pippa is so cute, those little sounds she makes are adorable.
Uzdrav se zlatíčko taťko, Pippa tě potřebuje, jsme šťastni, že ses vrátil!!!
Thank God Daddy came back. He's so sweet and never forgot his Pippa. I hope his leg heals okay. So nice to see him again!
I just recently started watching them and love them. I hope dad heals quickly.
I hope he’s OK! I never like seeing one of our animals have an injury. Glad to finally see him though! Was wondering where he’d been or thought maybe I just hadn’t seen him on the cam.
OGK loves his baby so very much that even if he got injured he tried hard & managed to come back to feed her. What a great Dad ! 😍
The little one looked so happy to see & be with her Dad again. That scene is very touching. Especially, we hear her vocals all the time.
The problem is how will he return back to the sea again with his injuries ? He can't even walk properly.
My thoughts and pray goe fir him and his little family. Get heal soon, dear OGK. Take care.
TYVM for the video, Lady Hawk. 🙏
Hi Ira - the rangers got approval and searched for him today and did not find him so he did return to the sea. That is a good sign and hopefully he will be able to rest and heal. I just want him to stay safe and not get caught in more longlines or nets.
I love albatros 😘😘🇨🇱beatiful
I am sooooooo happy to see OGK. I've really been worried about him. We all have. I'm sorry about his hurt leg and I pray he'll have a full recovery. I can tell he's in pain. Poor Dad. They were so glad to see each other. What a sweet reunion. I hope he stays near. Lady Hawk, can anything be done to check him out and maybe help with his injury? This is a great day. Thank you for this sweet video. ♥️♥️🤗🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻
EDIT...I see your answer to others about Dad's situation and the help he could receive so no need to repeat it here. God bless our brave Dad and all of this wonderful family. Thank you for all you do, Lady Hawk. Praying for this family! 💞💞
Can't the Rangers do something? He could not walk and had a cut on his neck. He seemed to not be able to fly again. Will Pippa get supplemental feeding?
They are monitoring the situation. If he is on the ground they may attempt to capture and examine him but if he is flying there is little they can do. He fed Pippa and YRK fed Pippa on the 18th of April so she does not require a supplemental feeding.
I sure hope the Rangers come and try to help him Lady Hawk. They could give him some medicine. He does look like he is in pain. What a hero!
What are the major predators of Albatross? Orca? Shark? Sea lions?
I'm glad he made it back, but I do hope he doesn't fly off and the rangers can check on him.
@@jhaywood5810 Human's are.
Dear God, please heal Dad. Please!
I am so so so so happy! Thank you Lady Hawk for doing your magic and bringing him back to us 😀😃😄😁😆
It's a happy day for Pippa
Thoughts of positive healing, poor guy.. Praying he stays on ground and they can get a look at him. 💙
In my Prayers, God Is Great.
YASSSSSS dad’s back a bit banged up PIPPA was so happy😳😊😊💕 Thank you Lady Hawke
poor OGK :( i hope he recovers from his injury. it’s so sweet watching him with his baby.
Baby girl is so happy and dad is happy also this makes my day my job gives me a nightmare but when i see them im so happy and full of love 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🌷🌷🌷🌹🌹🌹🌺🌺🌺💞💞💞💞😘😘🌠🌠🌠🌠🌠
Happy+Beautiful Pippa -
So excited to see Dad!! He is definitely in pain ,- has to use his wings to barely advance forward, seems weak.
He kept hanging on so he could see his Pippa.
Since they're tame around the rangers - it would be in the best interest of Dad, Mom, Pippa and the Albatross species if Dad could be caught and assessed - make sure as to what's going on?
Just my thoughts on it.
Thanks Lady Hawk - I really love this channel. - Steohanie
The rangers did go and look for OGK today and he is not on the peninsula any longer. If he does return they will assess his health and take any appropriate steps as necessary.
@@ladyhawk Ok - thanks for the reply. - Stephanie
I hope Daddy will be ok.
Thanks ❤️❤️🇲🇽😀
St. Francis, watch over our friend and keep him safe. 🙏🏻😔
This is a beautiful, moving reunion. But, man! Knowing nature can be cruel and seeing it are two different things. I hope Poppa heals quickly. He’s obviously in pain. 😢
Such a wonderful father. Hope he is going to be OK.
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WOW THE MOMENT I've looked for that is bittersweet thank goodness!
So glad he's back!!! Hopefully he will stay and rest up so he can heal 🙏💕💞🙏❤️
I wonder if dad would let someone approach and help him. Maybe he can rest some and hunt a little from home and heal. Poor fellow-
Dad would be delighted that his girl has grown up....of course if sees yrk again romance will come
I am so relieved that he is back!! Is there anyway that he could be caught to see how bad the injury is and maybe help him ?
They are monitoring the situation. If he is on the ground they may attempt to capture and examine him but if he is flying there is little they can do. Birds do recover from leg injuries on their own in time
@@ladyhawk thank you! I am sorry if I am pain sometimes. Hard to believe that you can get so attached to an animal on a video but I do! They make me smile, laugh and sometimes cry. Thank you for your patience in answering my questions! God bless you and them!
Oh poor Dad! He is so wonderful. The good thing is that they’re not on land that much comparatively but still this hurts my heart some. I love that Pippa came to him.
❤I hope dad takes a few days off to recuperate and give the rangers time to access the situation.
I hope so too! It is important for him to rest. I know some injured birds do take that time away to heal when injured!
Praying for Pippa's daddy.
I hope dad gets well soon.
Love conquers all.
God this is painful to watch 😭. Precious how happy they are to see each other, and their communication! I hope someone can help Dad!!!
Oh sweet girl. She knows her Pappa. I am so relieved to see him but so sad to see him hurt. Bless him, he is feeding her. Or trying to. I will check other comments to see if there is info on him below.
I hope he recovers.
Oh no !! Praying he is ok. 😰
Jeez, thanks LH I’m having a little trouble dealing with all these missing and hurt birds 😢
like other youngsters with parents who have challenging physical issues, Pippa is learning to take the extra steps needed to get her nourishment.
Awwwew this is so touching im crying 🌷🌷🌷🌹🌹🌹🌺🌺🌺💞💞💞😭
Oh, so sad, poor father, I hope so much that he doesn't suffer and that everything will be fine. 😢
As others have said, thank goodness OGK was actually able to return. I’m thinking his injury is somewhat serious since it took so long for him to return. He made it back, though; at least we now have some idea why he was so delayed.
Thanks LH!!
Hope Pippas Dad will be okay.
Can't watch no more. Please yall do something!!
I feel heartbroken to see this video. Will DOC ranger rescue OGK?
The rangers could attempt to capture and examine him if he stays on the ground. They are assessing the situation and will be monitoring closely. They have certain protocols in place for rescue and they have an excellent wildlife hospital if needed.
Lady Hawk thank you. I didn’t expect to see dad. It will be a long time before I will understand very much about these wonderful birds. Your videos and commentaries have been my education. I’m so very grateful.
Oh good. I didn't see him fly off, but that doesn't mean he didnt. So glad that he is back. Sad he's injured. Prayers for quick heal. I guess we know why he was away so long. Looked like he wanted to just rest a while after feeding Pippa.
oh no....... this is horrible, breaks my heart every time i see a bird with a injured leg :-(
the best to dad love to dad pippa and mom
We are so happy to see OGK back, but we are sorry that he is injured,. Hopefully he will heal quickly. Will the rangers help him?