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Nebraska Capitol Falcon Chick Fitted with ID Bands

neb-capitolLINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Nebraska wildlife officials have fitted a peregrine falcon, hatched this spring atop the Nebraska Capitol, with two identifying bands over the chick’s vocal protests.

The chick’s parents — Ally and an unnamed male — had four eggs in their nest this spring, but only one hatched.

That chick, a male, was fitted with two bands on Friday. One includes a 10-digit number and the other a red and gray band with a letter and number that can be read from a distance. The bands will aid in tracking the raptor.

The chick also was treated for any parasites.

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission plans to hold a contest to name the chick.

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