The first peregrine falcon chicks of 2020 at We Energies and Wisconsin Public Service plants have hatched.
We Energies sharing on Twitter a video of two chicks who came out of their eggs Saturday night at Valley Power Plant.
We’re proud to announce the arrival of our first two peregrine falcon chicks of 2020! ???? The little balls of fluff hatched overnight at Valley Power Plant. The rest of the eggs should hatch soon. Check out our live cams and vote for your favorite names: https://t.co/yr0WkW0j9Y pic.twitter.com/jbNxwbGp6A
— We Energies (@we_energies) May 3, 2020
There are hopes of up to 15 new chicks, based on the number of eggs laid at nest boxes at five power plants.
As in year’s past, the utilities are turning to the public to help them name some of the chicks. This year’s theme will be all things Wisconsin, as each possible name is based on something that makes the state unique.
Possible names include:
“Cheesy” in honor of dairy farmers
“YouBetcha” in honor of our unique expressions
“Hoppy” in honor of our many breweries
“Kringle” in honor of our favorite pastry
“Scoop” in honor of delicious custard
“Cream Puff” in honor of a State Fair tradition
“Brandy” in honor of the state cocktail
“Brat” in honor of our favorite sausages
“Bubbler” in honor of our clean, fresh water
“Tundra” in honor of the longest season
“Polka” in honor of the state dance
“Gemütlichkeit” in honor of Wisconsin’s welcoming spirit
“Blaze” in honor of blaze orange and pink work by hunters
“Tailgate” in honor of one of our favorite pastimes
“Forward” in honor of the state motto
People can choose five of their favorites by May 17.
Vote here: We Energies #SquawktheVote
