Comments on: Update: Response from NYU regarding the Hawk nest – October 8th, 2018

By: Roger_Paw

Roger_Paw — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 01:04:17 +0000

Thanks, Karen! I apologize for not publishing your comment earlier! For some reason it was in the spam folder but I sorted it out. Yes, NYU has known about the Hawks’ protected status probably ever since Bobby and Violet first started building their nest in the window.

I do not know the extent of the renovations. The permit on file wasn’t too descriptive about the work. The windows near the facade work are being covered to protect them from I assume dust but that’s just a guess on my part. I do not know if windows will be replaced. The Hawk window surely won’t because that would disturb the nest and NYU has said they will not touch it.

Thanks for your kind words! It makes me happy that so many people love the Hawks.

By: Roger_Paw

Roger_Paw — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 20:27:00 +0000

In reply to Carlene. Thanks, Carlene - great job! Yes, I did contact Earthjustice last week but have not followed up with them since I received NYU's response. Thank you so much!

By: Carlene

Carlene — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 20:16:05 +0000

I looked up the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the legal implications of harassing or threatening a red-tailed hawk. NYU is showing caution thankfully. Here are the facts: The red-tailed hawk is federally protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act of 1918 (MBTA) which was enacted to implement protection for migratory birds such as hawks, egrets, geese, and eagles. The statute makes it unlawful to hunt, take, capture, kill, or sell migratory birds.

Red-tailed hawks may seek to build a nest within trees or on buildings considered private property, however the birds cannot be hunted or harassed without a special permit, and the removal of their feathers, eggs, or nest from private property is prohibited. Earthjustice would be a good organization to contact for legal help if need be. Thank you Roger for including the letter from NYU. Carlene

By: Roger_Paw

Roger_Paw — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 01:47:09 +0000

In reply to Jeanne. Thank you, Jeanne! Keeping a lookout for the Hawks is a group effort and I'm glad I could be there to pass on the info for everyone to consider and perhaps act on.

By: Karen Melde

Karen Melde — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 01:18:32 +0000

I wonder if NYU is aware of their protected status. I’m sorry if you addressed this in ur original post. I read that on Saturday, 10/6. The brain is fried!

With a liberal school like NYU being so cognizant of the rights of all people to be/do all things, I hope they have that same attitude/sensitivity when it comes to the nest.

Are they planning to sand blast or change out windows? What ‘are’ they doing?

Thanks for all you do, keeping us informed on this crisis, but ur beautiful photography of our beloved Hawks is truly a blessing.

By: Jeanne

Jeanne — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 00:57:01 +0000

Thank you , Roger_Paw , for your efforts on behalf of our beloved Hawks.
I think NYU needs to follow the local law , but is just as conflicted , as we are, in not frightening our hawks and the subsequent family in the spring of 2019.
We truly will rejoice, when we observe Bobby and Sadie return to their home and prepare for their little family.
Thank you for loving the Hawks and keeping us posted on the project ,just beginning in their little neighborhood on the ledge of NYU.

By: Roger_Paw

Roger_Paw — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 00:22:58 +0000

In reply to Sheila Tobier. Yes, thank you, I do not wish for this update to suggest that anyone should refrain from reaching out to NYU. These birds are Federally protected and thus must not be disturbed.

By: Sheila Tobier

Sheila Tobier — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 00:09:08 +0000

I am glad that NYU is being thoughtful and cognizant of the potential risks in their current project. I think I that we should remain vigilant and keep emailing the school to help engender their respect for nature and the rights of our hawk brothers and sisters.

A special thank you to Roger_paw for everything you do. Without you, it’s doubtful that so many of us would be aware of what’s happening there in NY.