Vulnerable HUMMINGBIRD NEST Now Protected with Netting
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- Опубліковано 27 січ 2024
- We have watched a hummingbird we named Emerald have two clutches. She successfully fledged three hummingbirds we named Ruby, Sapphire and Clover.
But unfortunately a Blue Jay discovered the nest and started eating the eggs, forcing Emerald to a different location. Alik removed the original nest to discourage any hummingbird from trying to nest there.
This year, another nest was built on the string of Christmas Tree lights in the exact same spot as the original nest.
As you can see, this new bird is not Emerald. But since Alik removed all traces of the previous nest, and this bird built her nest in exactly the same place as Emerald's, I can't help but think our new mama might be Ruby, Sapphire or Clover. And this bird has a large throat patch, just like Emerald!
As the new nest was being built, the local Blue Jay was perched up in the pomegranate tree watching the activity. The question became how to protect the nest.
Alik installed netting with holes big enough for a hummingbird to fly through, but too small for the Blue Jay to get the eggs.
Our mama hummingbird flies through the net with ease. On the morning of January 26 she arrived early in the morning and laid her first egg! Congratulations little mama! We will be watching as your little babies hatch and grow behind the safety of the netting that will protect you from any local predators!
🧾 Frequently Asked Questions
We made a video about all the frequently asked questions about hummingbird nests, you can watch it here: • Hummingbird Nest Ultim...
❓What species of hummingbird is this?
This is an Allen's Hummingbird which normally breeds on the West coast of the United States and Mexico, although the bird has been spotted in other areas of the southern United States.
❓When did the mother hummingbird laid her eggs?
The first egg was laid on January 26th.
❓How long do hummingbirds incubate their eggs?
Hummingbirds incubate the eggs for 15 to 18 days.
❓How many clutches do hummingbirds have?
Hummingbirds in Southern California usually have two to three clutches each season.
❓When do baby hummingbirds open their eyes?
It usually takes more than a week for a baby’s eyes to open. On average, a newborn’s eyes are open 9 days after he has hatched.
❓What is the nest made from?
The nest is made from grasses and small twigs filled in with soft and fluffy fiber that the mother hummingbird finds on fuzzy plants like seed pods, dandelion down, cottonwood and the like. The nest is held together with spider silk and is soft and spongy to accommodate the rapidly increasing size of the baby birds. To camouflage the nest she put paint chips on the outside to try to blend in with the house.
❓How can I help with the nest building?
You can supply soft material for the mother hummingbird to use in her nest. You can buy nesting material for your hummingbird here: amzn.to/3pJYepN
❓What camera are you using for this live stream?
Here is the link to our camera: amzn.to/3alaoh8
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Hi Carole! Exciting update on this nest location. Is there a live UA-cam channel for this nest?
Sooo cute and adorable~Awesome~👍
Thank you for sharing this video~🤗
Wouldn't that be great if the new female was her daughter????🥰
What a great idea using the netting!! Smart! And shows the love people have for our tiny beauties💕
Thank you Carole. What a nice, happy story ❤
We'll be waiting!
Wonderful idea to have added some netting to protect the nest! Love this!❤ Helene
I had many regular customers to my hummingbird feeders during the spring and summer months. They lived in a couple of beautiful old cedar trees in my yard. Such a treat to watch them zip around my yard. Mainly Rufus hummingbirds but I saw a couple of Anna's too. The summer before last, some blue jays showed up, apparently word got out about the peanuts we fed our squirrels. All our hummingbirds disappeared and I haven't spotted any since then. The bully blue jays chased them all away. I miss watching them in person but I appreciate these videos.
I’ve been blessed with hummingbirds and their nests year round in our last home in Southern California; now I only see them for a little less than half a year. They’re wonderful creatures, and I could watch them all day. Thanks for the care and protection you gave to your hummers.
Omg...this is soo precious ❤ I keep hoping for a nest at my place....maybe someday.🙏
A while back I started sketching hummingbirds from all the photos I've taken and really enjoy them. I think I've done around 30 in all different poses...but sadly, no nesting mama's..YET!
Thanks for sharing this adorable video❤
How exciting an egg laid the day before my birthday! 🎉❤ Hope the 2nd egg comes soon!
Carole, that is so awesome that the nest is protected!!!
I love bluejays too, but in this case I'm all for the hummingbird. Now she and her little ones will be safe--brava!
As tiny as that egg is, think of the little Bee Hummingbird that is half again smaller than even the Allen's!
I was thinking of that too...
How precious you guys are to love and care for these awesome hummingbirds
New subscriber here. Excellent video! This mama bird has an interesting cluster of white specks on her nose. Looking forward to watching her story play out. Thanks so much for sharing!
Wonderful! Who thought of the netting. Thank you Carol😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤
Fantastic, thanks for sharing.
It's important to help out the hummingbirds. They are some of the most glorious beings in the entire universe.
I hope it is one of Emerald’s chicks❤ So grateful for this channel , Carole and all the moderators‼️
👏👏strong protection
Protect the hummingbirds, they are wonderful creatures
Excellent idea! I put out oyster shells during the spring for all birds in hopes to discourage the larger birds form stealing eggs form others. All birds need calcium during nesting season so they will grab those small eggs.
Congrats, little momma
I will call new bird philomena
I’m extremely sorry for your loss. I’m so happy to see a mama-to-be hummingbird trying again to start her own family ! Give my love and adoration to the mama and her start of a beautiful beginning for herself and her oncoming babies! I’m looking forward to seeing her babies soon!
Thank you so much for this video! Great job! 🥚🥚 Best wishes for this little Mama hummer!
Bless you♥️♥️♥️
Emerald, we wish you the best! Thank you, Carole! I love this!
Too bad there’s no way to know if it’s one of Emerald’s chicks, but I’m inclined to think it is. She has Emerald’s throat patch!
Amazing and beautiful
Thinking I absolutely love netting!
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That was a big egg for such a small bird 😳
Brilliant idea!! 👍👏👏👏💯
Great thinkging to put that net up! Can't wait to see the eggs hatch!
I'd like to think it is Ruby... or one of her other babies! That is so neat! I will call her Ruby because of her Ruby throat patch! Her colors are so vibrant also!
Great solution ! 👍👍
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netting!
Awesome👍✌️
Genius idea ❤❤❤
Awwww this is sooooo sweet. Praise God for the netting to protect Mama & her babies ❤
love these little gems 😊❤
mein best ønsker😊🥰🤣
Hello. May I ask what size of netting? We just found our nest on the ground. She just pushed out the empty egg shells 2 days ago! How do I protect their nests the best they can be? I’m a military vet so I think In multiple layers of protection.
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I don’t have discord, what size is the netting?? I have 2 babies and a mom nested on my patio lights with a family of ravens scoping out the nest I need netting asap!
Solution remove the Christmas lights after Christmas since they can fail
My nest predators are crows. They're nasty.
They are.
So happy that a nest is here again! Nice video, thanks Carole!
Please, provide the measurements for the netting. Thank you.
2.4 inch poultry netting
@@HummingbirdSpot Awesome! Thank you. You have no idea how much you are educating me. I've had Hummingbirds come to my open front door and when I check their feeder, is empty.
I just ordered the net and hopefully it will keep the crows away, too😊