I was very sad to hear that on of the juvenile falcons, Cielo (tagged 52/Z), died last night. She was found on a 4 story portion of City Hall yesterday morning and was non-responsive. She was apparently ill with a possible head injury. She received veterinary care and seemed to be improving, but she died during the night. While the mortality rate for young falcons is fairly high, this is the first young falcon death we have been through for the downtown San Jose family. The male from last year, Jose, had not returned this year and is presumed to have died as well, but the death of Cielo happened right in the home territory. We can only hope for the best for Mercury and Meyye who both seem to be flying quite well. Rest in Peace, Cielo (April 22, 2008 - June 17, 2008).