Mother’s Day 2018

This year, a bird decided to nest in our ivy under the pines.

5/20: 4 perfect little eggs.

5/26: Not a peep. When we pull back the ivy, the chicks are looking for a snack. Momma bird is definitely protecting the nest now.

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Shhhh. Baby birds sleeping
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Seems like the vibration/rustling of the leaves wake them up.
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“Feed me, Mamma.”

I know you’re going to ask: “what kind of bird is it?”  Well, I think (not positive) it’s a Red-breasted Nuthatch. Will try to capture momma b soon.

5/31: Babies open their eyes. OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

6/1: Sadly all the babies are gone this morning. Not sure what critter would have gotten them. Next time I won’t disturb the nest.