In the video, I said "one study showed that bluebirds preferred slightly larger nest holes, 1.75 inches" This was information I obtained directly from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. A few people pointed out that Bluebirds use a 1.5-inch nest hole, that is correct as well and I should have mentioned it. Here is the link to Cornell for anyone who would like to read it, just go down to the nesting section. www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Eastern_Bluebird/lifehistory If you liked the video the best way to support the channel is by SHARING it with other fellow birders. For anyone interested in official LesleytheBirdNerd merchandise www.lesleythebirdnerd.com/ I appreciate each and every one of your support and I hope you enjoyed the show!
I looked at the link you provided and I think they really worded that confusingly so I see now why you said that... they said that bluebirds PREFFERED bigger nest holes (1.75" *RATHER THAN* 1.4"). Right, of course they did, because 1.4" is too small! So of course they preferred the larger one! They really should clarify that. A 1.75" entrance hole would allow their competitors, non-native European starlings, to be able to get into their house, so the ideal size is 1.5". It's like the story of Goldilocks... 1.4" is too small 1.75" is too big 1.5" is JUST right! 😃 Sorry if I got my panties in a twist there... but I guess I really love them bluebirds and wanted the correct information out there because your channel is seen by so many people!
I saw a pair of bluebirds on Sunday afternoon hanging around our yard. I immediately ran to the store and bought them a nesting box. They were in the box within the first couple hours of hanging it. I couldn’t believe how quickly they moved in. They’ve been a joy to watch 🥰
I live in a rural community in Mississippi about 17 miles north of the Gulf Coast. I started building bluebird houses about 35 years ago. I now have about 130 houses in three different counties. Most of them produces three broods a year. I had about 800 birds last year and already have many with their first brood. This had been a great and enjoyable hobby for me
You certainly have done a good amount for the environment that others should follow. A simple act with lots of perseverance. I’ll tell others about what you have done.
Hi Lesley im 13 and recently have had a growing fascination with plants and birds i just wanted to tell you how much your videos mean to and how they help me get get through these tough times. thank you for everything and keep up the great work :)
Last summer a baby bluebird appeared in our driveway after a storm. He was too young to fly and we weren’t sure what kind of bird it was. We took him in and raised him up and turned out to be a male bluebird and we named him Pete. Boy what a smart bird and eyesight blew me away. We did let him go when we felt he could go. I sure miss him, but he is happier now I am sure❤️🐦
Just in - Pete said he was very happy, but nothing could replace the moments he spent with your wonderful family, and will be eternally grateful for all that you have done!
Oh my! Bluebirds are so precious!! Thank you for this video, and huge gratitude to all the people who have tried so hard to protect these beautiful birds.
I don't know if I qualify as a "young viewer" at 28, but I'm proud to carry the torch! I live in the desert of southern California. Surprisingly, I do have bluebirds in the area, and this is my first season having a nest box out for them. I put the box out kind of late for our nesting season, so I didn't get any tenants this year, but hopefully next year! Thank you as always for your informative videos. I learned stuff about bluebird habitat loss that I haven't read before. :)
Brett/ Way to go! Birds are Bad Ass. I’m a mechanic and my buddy is a Federal Guard, every time we get together we talk birds . It’s just cool to talk about them with someone that likes them. So many people really do like them
I don't think your location is very far from mine but I assure you, you'll find some adorable tents sooner than later. Only don't forget to keep feeders with mealworms during the season. Then another tip. On the southern side of your location, try to keep a few nests for bats. Easy to make these nests yourself and check DIY on YT. These birds are very rewarding both in terms of flying when no one else does then, keeping an eye on the reduction of nasty insects after sunset. Only keeping a house lamp on, nearby will assure the arrival of these tenants. Have fun.
27 from NC I currently have grey catbirds with 5 chicks the 5th one hatched yesterday and I have built 5 different nest boxes and am now addicted to watching birds do bird things
i live in eastern most Massachusetts, I am 57 years old and have never seen a bluebird in the wild... tg for YT and people out there that care for these special creatures. Maybe one day I'll see some??
I didn't see one until during Covid-19 lockdown over the summer of 2020. I saw it flying into a bird box that is exactly as described in the video behind a smaller nature preserve/pine forest. If I am right about their bird call, it is different every time...like a free style bird call. I think I even have video.
I'm blessed here in virginia and have many around my house.i have several houses up and make and give away nest boxs to friends and family. Thanks for great video.
If you live near any large fields you may see them. English House sparrow poulations are the reason many will never see bluebirds. Start trying to control them and eliminate them from neighborhoods and bluebirds will return. I was blessed to have a baltimore oriole visit my yard all winter in PA. It was really neat and super rare. They eat grape jelly and are attracted to the color orange. Give it a shot.
I'm from southwestern Ohio and we get excited whenever we just SEE an eastern bluebird! My grandma always said 'There were a lot more before the blizzard of '78. That froze out the bluebirds and the pheasants in our area.'
The Bluebirds in our wildlife habitats in South Alabama already have the babies out flying around with them .They are so adorable they have 4 babies and even have our German Shepherds as protectors .The dogs keep a close eye on them barking at hawks and other predators .The dogs were raised around all manner of birds since weaning as puppies and consider all birds part of their pack .It is so cute to watch these huge intimidating dogs being so gentle around all manner of baby birds .They stand guard over the baby chicks and ducklings also letting them lie next to and on top of them .We had some would be thieves noticed this and thought they were pushovers .The thieves were still up in the trees when cops arrived .The 6 foot fence didn't slow them down one bit on their way over it after them .Never underestimate a German Shepherd in hot pursuit of a trespasser especially near their babies .
I saw my first Eastern Bluebird this winter. Two of them came and checked out my feeders. They have come back a couple of times since I put out Nesting Blend which has meal worms in it. So excited to add these beauties to my Life List. :D
I am in central Mississippi USA. For many years I have had successful bluebird boxes with babies each year. I even was able to watch a brood fledge one year! That was very exciting to see the parents wait for them to come out. My box is already being prepped for another year.
A friend got me into blue birds back in 1998. We planted 80 acres of trees and put fence post up so we could tell where the rows where. We added blue bird boxes to them that spring. Out of 50 we had 30 used by something. Added more boxes. Added post and boxes we now have over 100 boxes up and the are all full every year. Blue birds and tree swallows. In all the years i have never kept count of how many i have given away or sold. But my best year i sold over 200. Most years it is around 100. Oh and i only use reclaimed wood.
I actually have a rather nice pic of that bird, taken 20 miles N or so of Montreal. I was lucky, it was the only one seen at my sisters feeders in years. Thanks!
Longtime bluebirder here, great job on the video! Others might have commented already, but posting boxes on a tree is not recommended. Getting younger people involved really is important, as after being involved for 20 years I've seen many of my bluebird mentors pass on, and when that happens it leaves bluebird boxes left behind too that end up not being monitored. I see young kids like scouts who want to help out and put up boxes but they don't always take the time to find out the correct information, and end up putting up boxes in bad places, or put them up and don't know that they should be monitored. Sharing your video, thanks!
Lesleythe,? I have 18 acres and about 250 acres of woods,4 acres behind my house is meadow and I have had a super increase in bluebird population over the last 15-20 years, it’s absolutely the coolest. Thanks for another great video. You’re woods walks are awesome. Dave
I'm 67 and this is the first time I've ever seen a Bluebird, though I've heard about them my entire life. I live in Miami so, that explains that. However, I have spent time in the north east with friends and family and never seen one. Thanks! I had no idea they are so beautiful.
This is my favorite bird - flat down. They ALWAYS come to me in my time of need and uncertainty. Every time I see them, I take notes. I was in my backyard the other day just thinking about my grandfather and 10 bluebirds surrounded me. I made an invest that I kinda had second thoughts about, felt a little down, went to look out of my window and a bluebird flew by. This bird means the world to me.
I used to see them when I was a child, eons ago. When I moved into eastern CT, I found them again, and they will visit my seed feeders and suet feeders.
I love you! I love your Canadian accent! I love bluebirds! 💙 I have alot of them in my yard and occasionally will eat seed from my feeder. Interestingly I have a wooden split rail fence. Now I know why I have so many in my yard. Thank you for your 💓 of birds! You're easy to understand, and humble way of sharing information is a Blessing!
My son and I built a bluebird house yesterday, on Christmas :) He just turned 3 and got an Audubon kit that came with a little plush eastern bluebird under the Christmas tree. We looked up this video so he could see a "real" bluebird
I saw a beautiful male bluebird yesterday. It's such a rare sight I had to watch one of Leslie's videos to make sure it was a bluebird. Thank you Leslie!🐦🌹🍃
Great video! We had very few in my area but I finally had a pair claim a bluebird house I'd put up. The set raised 2 broods in back to back seasons. The brood sizes were 3,4,4 and 5. Now we have bluebirds everywhere. @ 9am, they all gather and wait for me to shake my cup of meal worms. They fly to the open feeder and wait for me to dump the food. I decided this year that I would talk to my neighbors about hanging houses in their yards. My neighbors are all elderly and weren't capable of hanging houses. I hung 7 houses and every one of them were taken over by bluebirds. 6 of them, as of yesterday, have hatched out. The 7th has 4 eggs and she's still sitting on them. My neighbors have started showing up to watch me feed the birds and have coffee. The joy and smiles that these bluebirds have brought is truly something to witness. My advice to anyone who is interested in drawing bluebirds is to concentrate on bluebirds. I removed all other feeders and only use enough meal worms for the bluebirds to eat until they leave. Anything left is removed until the next morning. I have no seed feeders and that drastically cut down on the number of sparrows and starlings. Sparrows will invade a bluebird nest and crush the eggs, building their nest on top of them. My neighbors, who have been homebound for the most part due to covid, look forward to our morning coffee with the bluebirds. I would advise anyone to do this. You won't be disappointed. The only thing is that I wouldn't hang houses everywhere until the population rises. Otherwise the boxes will be taken over by other invasive species.
Wow! Today a beautiful blue bird was sitting on our deck and then flew to the feeder! We haven't seen a blue bird for over 30 years here in Pennsylvania! What timing!
Excellent. I am PA as well. Please do as much as possible to keep the invasive house sparrows away (eliminate them as you would lantern flies or mice in the house) and bluebirds will stay around.
After Hurricane Michael in 2018, scores of dead trees littered our community- Panama City, FL ...they were quite unsightly - but what a surprise to see these bluebirds a couple of years later find our community quite lovely and decided to raise their broods here!
@@uhill74 I live in a third floor apartment. The house sparrows are everywhere and build nests under window air conditioners around my building. Is it possible to build a bluebird house that is safe from predators?
I live in Maine, last year I had one bluebird. This year I have many. I also have 2 pairs in nesting box. Thank you so much for this video I learned alot.
Bluebird babies at the beginning! SO cute! Hadn’t heard of the societies to protect these awesome birds before. Definitely am going to check them out thanks!
Our family helped our local park build and set up a Bluebird trail! It was so rewarding to see the baby bluebirds the next spring! Although I can no longer hike I know in some small way we helped generations of baby bluebirds!
I finally saw my first Bluebird pair this year today. Along with Phoebe and Tree Swallows. I've been scouring the trails too, nothing until now. At least 2 weeks behind even though we are ahead this spring here in Minnenowhere.
I'm 21, so I guess I count as a younger viewer, and I am interested in bluebirds. I built a nest box for my mom and enjoy getting updates on the broods.
Last year we put a nest box up and within 20 minutes of placing it, a male and female started making it their home. They produced two broods and it was such a treat to watch the whole process. It was also amazing to see the young of the first brood assist with the feeding of the second. This year we are putting a second box up and hoping for two pairs. They bring so much joy and hours of joyful bird watching.
That is so awesome! The same thing happened to us a few years back! Just a word of caution though, we were so excited and had the same intention to have more bluebirds, so we put up another box. Unfortunately, it attracted house wrens the following year and one went in and pecked the bluebird eggs... I saw him do it so I know for sure it was the wren. I think it was too close to the first bluebird house. We took it down and moved it way in the back yard (we have a rectangle-shaped 2.5 acres) where there's another bird house, but further away and closer to the ground. Last year we had a bluebird family in the front yard in the original bluebird house (5 babies!), another one in the house we moved to the back (3 babies!), and a family of wrens in the one closer to the ground in the back. They all lived happily together, thankfully. We had another vegetable garden in between the two houses in the back which provided enough bugs for both bird families, lessening the competition for food. I'm a little nervous to see what this year will bring... hoping for the best, because we aren't planning on gardening that area this year. Just wanted to keep you from experiencing the same sadness and hard lesson we learned. I do read things online where people have many bluebird boxes next to each other with no problems though, so I know it's possible. I'm not sure why though? We have open areas and older wooded areas on our property, for reference, if that helps.
Hello Lesley! I’m a young educator in parks and recreation and an excited, novice birder. As I am preparing to lead birding programs this spring around the park system I work at here in Louisiana, your bird videos have been so helpful. The fun facts combined with great visuals from video and photograph compilations have been so helpful. I also had no idea that Eastern Bluebirds almost went extinct in the 1900’s! That makes me even more grateful that I get the opportunity to see quite a few of these birds on a regular basis. I’m excited to share information about birds and birding with the general public in my area and help people become more engaged and excited about these animals and this activity around our local parks. Thanks so much for making these great videos and helping me out during the beginning of my birding journey so that I can help other people begin their own! I’m looking forward to watching a lot more of your videos in the coming weeks. Keep ‘em coming! 😊
@@carolynklenk8467 Hunterdon country is West central of New Jersey. Parts are very rural but the population is booming. Has changed greatly in 50+ years that I’ve lived here (born and raised) not as rural.
Here in NOVA I've been fortunate having Eastern Bluebirds the last 6 years at the feeder. They've been feasting on mealworms, sunflower chips, and even hot pepper suet cakes. On a different note, the 17 year cicadas emerge in our area next month. Yes sir, we have a 2021 only ~Spring Special~ added to the menu. Lets see what birds, if any, can't resist.
Bluebirds are my favorite birds! They have been elusive to me here in Michigan, and I always get so excited if I catch a glimpse of one or hear that sweet trill. This past winter however I was putting out mealworms and I couldn't believe my eyes one morning when I had no less than 5 at my platform feeder- I was nearly in heaven! Soon a flock of starlings converged and after about 2 weeks they moved on, but what a thrill!
I live in the Upstate of South Carolina and have seen these beauties in my yard for two years now. Indeed they are so fetchingly beautiful and adorable. Our recent freeze may have killed our early hummers. I haven't seen one in 2weeks...Thank you Lesley for sharing your love and knowledge. Birds 🐦 are beautiful! 🙏
I saw some bluebirds move into my own suburb after the winter, so I just put a Birdhouse for them. It's a little late due to my remote work, but I hope it attracts some guests!
I love the Eastern bluebirds I put a nest box up and they have nested in there every year for 5 years and they have the best personality ever! Thank you for making a video about them!
my mum is a major bird lover! she was so excited to find bluebirds on our farm and now our property is a state sanctuary for them. they are so cute! we are from north carolina.
We are very fortunate to have several pairs of nesting bluebirds for at least 5 years (Southern Maine). They are a joy to watch. This year one female has been trying to fly into our closed windows. I was told the she probably sees her own reflection in the glass and thinks it is another bird in her territory. I’ve taped paper over the windows on the house side facing their nest box and that seems to work.
I have found that the seven nest boxes on our farm will be used for several broods if you keep and eye on when they fledge, you clean out the old nest and put a little soft material in. They seem to prefer soft long pine needles, just enough to cover the bottom.
These birds are so cute, especially those eyes and that wing waving, and so pretty, too! 🥰 I have a pair of bluebirds that occasionally come visit my feeders. I think they like the dried mealworms and Bark Butter suet nuggets I put out. Their visits are not as frequent as other birds, but it’s always a welcome treat to see them. Recently, I saw them try to enter a nest box I put in the tree next to the feeders, but I think it was too small for them. I felt bad for them when I saw they were struggling to get in the hole. Seeing this video and their continued struggle to thrive as a species has given me determination to save money for a nest box for them and to do more in volunteer work for birds in general. I’m 24 years old, in case you were curious. Thanks for sharing, Lesley!
Hi Brianna, too bad about the nest hole not being big enough. It is awesome about you taking an interest in helping these birds. I'm so happy that someone as young as you is getting involved. Thank you for being kind and helpful. 🐦
It's so great to hear young people like you doing things to help birds! One thing that bluebirds really like is a water source, like a bird bath, too. If you can not use chemical fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides on your property, that also helps them by providing healthy bugs for them to eat. Thank you for all you're doing... it's wonderful!
@@LesleytheBirdNerd Yeah. I was really looking forward to seeing Bluebirds raise their young and maybe seeing their hatchlings/fledglings. Oh, well. I hope to see that next year. It was really interesting learning about the conservation efforts of Bluebirds. For a while, I was wondering what was the significance of bluebird nest boxes at nature trails and bluebird societies. Now, I know. 🙂
@@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane Aw, thanks! I’m deeply humbled. I can proudly say that I personally have strayed away from using pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers when tending to the backyard birds. I have a bird bath, but I also would like to save money for a better one as well. Peace, and happy birding! ✌️🐦
I'm looking forward to having them comeback for the summer. They are little voyeurs too, we've had some peaking into our windows, more than likely they see their reflection, but it's still adorable 😍. P.S. I live in Northern Wisconsin right on the U.P Michigan boarder.
I have bluebirds come to my property every year. We have 4 nest box's and we also have bird housing for martins. It is such a joy to have such a variety of birds. The bluebirds are one of my favorite. We even have hummingbirds.
Gotta love a bird that eats spiders, thats a definite bonus. The only problem Ive had with larger nest box holes like 1 3/4" size is the box will be taken over by undesirable birds. I keep my bluebird boxes at 1 1/8" to 1 3/8" and that tends to keep the riff raff out. Facing your entrance hole to the East is highly preferable, and its most desirable to have an open area in that direction. If you cannot face it East then go North, South and West, in that order, because the birds like to keep the hole away from prevailing winds. Here in WI facing it East gives you the best odds of keeping a nesting pair around.
Thank you for describing structural color the way you did! I'm sooo sick of people saying "did you know blue birds aren't actually blue?!" Love your videos and instagram! Lentil is such a cutie
They truly are the Bluebirds of Happiness! I live in Southeast Virginia and for the last three seasons, they have been populating my feeding station in large numbers. It’s not unusual for me to see as many as six to eight at a time winging in and out of my various feeders. They LOVE meal worms and little suet pellets sold by Wild Birds Unlimited in my area. I get such joy from seeing them, and watching the males sometimes feed the females during nesting season. Next year, I plan to put up a nesting box in my yard.
I have volunteered for Prescott Bluebird Recovery Project since I was 20, I have even gotten my mom and husband into it! I'm 27 now and am expecting our baby girl in less than 2 weeks so I am taking a year off. PBRP is for Western Bluebirds (I'm in Oregon) and I love monitoring all the nest boxes, recording the data, helping band and seeing what the success rates look like year to year!
Музыка красивая, немного печальная. Душа улетает в прошлое, в детство, в молодость. Вспоминаешь своих любимых и дорогих, родных людей. Без которых стало горестно жить. А какое буйство красок дарит нам природа. Сердце щимит от одной мысли, что такую красоту люди губят. Прости нас милая, родная, заботливая наша планета Земля. Автору за работу благодарность.
I have a Bluebird nesting box with 5 eggs on my deck as of yesterday. So excited first of the season. They’ve nested in my yard since I put out a box in 2009 and stay year round. I leave out mealworms and had 11 every morning come to my door looking for breakfast. 💙
Louisiana: I saw my first Bluebird in the 1970s. I told my third grade teacher who said it was a Bluejay. When I described how it was different she told me in no uncertain terms that I was mistaken, there was no such bird. Fast forward to the mid 2000 teens and I saw another one, this time while working in Colorado. I did some research and was pleased to know that I had seen one as a child. Back home in Louisiana, they began popping up around the house and have steadily increased. The last few years and especially this year, I see many of them every morning and evening. I am truly grateful for the work that has brought this wonderful bird back into our lives.
I am fortunate to have bluebirds nesting in my yard every year for many years. I have three boxes out separated by at least 50 yards and at least two of the three always gets a nesting pair. Because I'm way down soooouuuth, where its nice and warm... ;).. i see at least two nesting, and i believe- sometimes- even a third. They are such a sight too see - their flash of intense blue shooting across the yard. I moved a box just outside my kitchen table window, it was the first box to get a pair! Now i can easily watch them as i enjoy a coffee. I also have- at least a could of bluejays nesting outside my bedroom window... first time in a long time... BUT.. i hear the squeaky gate call ALL THE TIME!!! .. WONDERFUL SPRING!
I got a nest in my box this year. Super stoked. I remember my dad seeing a rare one back in the 70s and being super excited. He would be glad to know the numbers are now rising. I am trying to get my kids into birding so birds are not forgotten.
I started feeding my birds and other critters in my backyard about 2 years ago. And a few weeks ago I just so happen to see 5 of these little birds perched up on my wood fence where I usually place the bird food. I have never seen them before and was in complete awe of them. I asked others what they were describing there colors and size but everyone were as puzzled as I was. I just saw your video and now I can tell everyone else what they are now! Thank you for explaining so much about them and what draws them to our yards!! Eastern bluebirds are absolutely beautiful!!!!
Don't know if this is the problem, but having too many bird houses (or too close together) on your property will encourage wrens... we learned that the hard way. Also, they say the number of decorative, small bird houses being hung out by people has increased the wren population unnaturally. I try to spread the word about that...
Here in north central Georgia I've "hosted" a family of bluebirds for about 3 years in a nesting box. They've got a brood very close to their first flights now! 💙 When the parents bring the babies to my feeders and show them how to eat from them... It's wonderful! And I'm really glad that my 11 year old daughter gets to watch the process every year as well. 💙
Love the bluebirds! I have 4 nest boxes on our property that are being used. Took a while to find the correct placement but all 4 are hosting nesting pairs. I built them with predator guards to help ensure successful broods. Thanks for doing this video. Hopefully others will set up nesting boxes.
I had several bluebird boxes when I lived in the TN valley, loved watching them! When I have a house/more property in the future, I'd love to make more nests and help out these birds!
I saw in Scarlet Tangier when I was around nine or ten year old, which started my love of birds. It took me a little over forty years to see my first Eastern Bluebird, actually a small flock - an unforgettable thrill.
In the video, I said "one study showed that bluebirds preferred slightly larger nest holes, 1.75 inches" This was information I obtained directly from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. A few people pointed out that Bluebirds use a 1.5-inch nest hole, that is correct as well and I should have mentioned it. Here is the link to Cornell for anyone who would like to read it, just go down to the nesting section. www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/Eastern_Bluebird/lifehistory
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I looked at the link you provided and I think they really worded that confusingly so I see now why you said that... they said that bluebirds PREFFERED bigger nest holes (1.75" *RATHER THAN* 1.4"). Right, of course they did, because 1.4" is too small! So of course they preferred the larger one! They really should clarify that. A 1.75" entrance hole would allow their competitors, non-native European starlings, to be able to get into their house, so the ideal size is 1.5".
It's like the story of Goldilocks...
1.4" is too small
1.75" is too big
1.5" is JUST right! 😃
Sorry if I got my panties in a twist there... but I guess I really love them bluebirds and wanted the correct information out there because your channel is seen by so many people!
After all, Cornell department of Ornithology IS the authority on BIRDS! Lol, 1/4 inch, I wouldn't pick, anyways!!!
Aww, thank you Lesley! These birds are pretty blue. I love the orange...
Hi my name is Thomas Love ? Blue bird are my favorite can you show me a video on different Blue bird please
@@thomaslove7278 the best thing to do is search here on youtube for "bluebird". There are many bluebird videos! 😊
I saw a pair of bluebirds on Sunday afternoon hanging around our yard. I immediately ran to the store and bought them a nesting box. They were in the box within the first couple hours of hanging it. I couldn’t believe how quickly they moved in. They’ve been a joy to watch 🥰
I live in a rural community in Mississippi about 17 miles north of the Gulf Coast. I started building bluebird houses about 35 years ago. I now have about 130 houses in three different counties. Most of them produces three broods a year. I had about 800 birds last year and already have many with their first brood. This had been a great and enjoyable hobby for me
My hat off to you.....I have hosted many in 50 years, but you have surpassed me....CONGRATS
Mom is from Jackson 601. Never birded when l visited as a kid, it would have been too hot when we visited so we were mostly mall rats at the time 😢
You certainly have done a good amount for the environment that others should follow. A simple act with lots of perseverance. I’ll tell others about what you have done.
Hi Lesley im 13 and recently have had a growing fascination with plants and birds i just wanted to tell you how much your videos mean to and how they help me get get through these tough times. thank you for everything and keep up the great work :)
Be strong in tough times stay in the day and praise the LORD
Happy Bluebirds are doing well again
Keep at it will make you happy and strong to be outdoors and not addicted to a screen!
Last summer a baby bluebird appeared in our driveway after a storm. He was too young to fly and we weren’t sure what kind of bird it was. We took him in and raised him up and turned out to be a male bluebird and we named him Pete. Boy what a smart bird and eyesight blew me away. We did let him go when we felt he could go. I sure miss him, but he is happier now I am sure❤️🐦
Just in - Pete said he was very happy, but nothing could replace the moments he spent with your wonderful family, and will be eternally grateful for all that you have done!
Don’t be surprised if he comes back next spring! Put out a box and some feeders for him. He might introduce his girlfriend to the family!
Love bluebirds! They have built a nest in my new bird box! I’m so excited! I’ve made all of my nest boxes all by myself.
Cool!!!
Thats awesome! I wish we had them
That is so awesome, I got my boxes from Wild Birds Unlimited and they have been a real hit for years.
Well done! You really deserve your success, then. 🐦
That's very exciting!🐦👍
Oh my! Bluebirds are so precious!! Thank you for this video, and huge gratitude to all the people who have tried so hard to protect these beautiful birds.
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I love these sweet little birds. We see several in our neighborhood. They make me happy
Where do you live?
Good luck and kill any house sparrows you can to keep the bluebirds safe. Learned this the hard way.
I don't know if I qualify as a "young viewer" at 28, but I'm proud to carry the torch! I live in the desert of southern California. Surprisingly, I do have bluebirds in the area, and this is my first season having a nest box out for them. I put the box out kind of late for our nesting season, so I didn't get any tenants this year, but hopefully next year! Thank you as always for your informative videos. I learned stuff about bluebird habitat loss that I haven't read before. :)
That is awesome!
best of luck next year
Brett/ Way to go! Birds are Bad Ass. I’m a mechanic and my buddy is a Federal Guard, every time we get together we talk birds . It’s just cool to talk about them with someone that likes them. So many people really do like them
I don't think your location is very far from mine but I assure you, you'll find some adorable tents sooner than later. Only don't forget to keep feeders with mealworms during the season.
Then another tip. On the southern side of your location, try to keep a few nests for bats. Easy to make these nests yourself and check DIY on YT. These birds are very rewarding both in terms of flying when no one else does then, keeping an eye on the reduction of nasty insects after sunset. Only keeping a house lamp on, nearby will assure the arrival of these tenants.
Have fun.
27 from NC I currently have grey catbirds with 5 chicks the 5th one hatched yesterday and I have built 5 different nest boxes and am now addicted to watching birds do bird things
Guess I’m the youngest viewer at 15 😂
I had no idea they're numbers were threatened. I just made a note to put up a box/house for them whenever I move into a house.
Get some boxes now find a field and ask if you can put it up tell them you will care for it and do so. When you get your house you can get more ;)
Trap sparrows in the meantime
i live in eastern most Massachusetts, I am 57 years old and have never seen a bluebird in the wild... tg for YT and people out there that care for these special creatures. Maybe one day I'll see some??
I didn't see one until during Covid-19 lockdown over the summer of 2020. I saw it flying into a bird box that is exactly as described in the video behind a smaller nature preserve/pine forest. If I am right about their bird call, it is different every time...like a free style bird call. I think I even have video.
I'm 20, and have always loved birds!
Protect the bluebirds at all costs!
I remember hearing about endangered bluebirds as a kid back in the 90's; I'm so glad to know conservation efforts are helping 💜
I have never seen a bluebird in my life. Seen plenty of blue jays. I saw a Baltimore oriole once. It was the coolest looking bird I ever saw.
I'm blessed here in virginia and have many around my house.i have several houses up and make and give away nest boxs to friends and family. Thanks for great video.
If you live near any large fields you may see them. English House sparrow poulations are the reason many will never see bluebirds. Start trying to control them and eliminate them from neighborhoods and bluebirds will return. I was blessed to have a baltimore oriole visit my yard all winter in PA. It was really neat and super rare. They eat grape jelly and are attracted to the color orange. Give it a shot.
@@uhill74 My dad puts out half oranges for them. They love to eat them.
Riders on the Storm
The first remarkable bird I saw this Spring 2021.. was an Oriole!
I'm from southwestern Ohio and we get excited whenever we just SEE an eastern bluebird! My grandma always said 'There were a lot more before the blizzard of '78. That froze out the bluebirds and the pheasants in our area.'
:( Poor little things had a rough time
We're in Chester County Pa and that's exactly around the time we used to see them all the time. Today was the first time I've seen them since then.
bluebirds are so beautiful 😍
The Bluebirds in our wildlife habitats in South Alabama already have the babies out flying around with them .They are so adorable they have 4 babies and even have our German Shepherds as protectors .The dogs keep a close eye on them barking at hawks and other predators .The dogs were raised around all manner of birds since weaning as puppies and consider all birds part of their pack .It is so cute to watch these huge intimidating dogs being so gentle around all manner of baby birds .They stand guard over the baby chicks and ducklings also letting them lie next to and on top of them .We had some would be thieves noticed this and thought they were pushovers .The thieves were still up in the trees when cops arrived .The 6 foot fence didn't slow them down one bit on their way over it after them .Never underestimate a German Shepherd in hot pursuit of a trespasser especially near their babies .
That's awesome! 😀
haha I know this all too well. I grew up with rottweilers when I was young....real young and they were absolute babies
Awe my heart ❤
My favorite little song bird. The sight of them gives so much happiness!
Can't even think of a world without our bluebirds! Thankyou, Leslie..another great video🥰
I saw my first Eastern Bluebird this winter. Two of them came and checked out my feeders. They have come back a couple of times since I put out Nesting Blend which has meal worms in it. So excited to add these beauties to my Life List. :D
Beautiful birds! just wish we had them here
I am in central Mississippi USA. For many years I have had successful bluebird boxes with babies each year. I even was able to watch a brood fledge one year! That was very exciting to see the parents wait for them to come out. My box is already being prepped for another year.
So adorable! I love their sweet song.
A friend got me into blue birds back in 1998. We planted 80 acres of trees and put fence post up so we could tell where the rows where. We added blue bird boxes to them that spring. Out of 50 we had 30 used by something. Added more boxes. Added post and boxes we now have over 100 boxes up and the are all full every year. Blue birds and tree swallows.
In all the years i have never kept count of how many i have given away or sold. But my best year i sold over 200. Most years it is around 100.
Oh and i only use reclaimed wood.
I never saw one until two years ago. I'm thankful I have.
I actually have a rather nice pic of that bird, taken 20 miles N or so of Montreal. I was lucky, it was the only one seen at my sisters feeders in years.
Thanks!
Growing up in southern New England I didn’t see my first bluebird until 1975.
Also, I seem to remember they eat the caterpillars of the Gypsy moth.
Longtime bluebirder here, great job on the video! Others might have commented already, but posting boxes on a tree is not recommended. Getting younger people involved really is important, as after being involved for 20 years I've seen many of my bluebird mentors pass on, and when that happens it leaves bluebird boxes left behind too that end up not being monitored. I see young kids like scouts who want to help out and put up boxes but they don't always take the time to find out the correct information, and end up putting up boxes in bad places, or put them up and don't know that they should be monitored. Sharing your video, thanks!
Hey Christy
Thanks for sharing and adding in some valuable information for others to read.
Lesleythe,? I have 18 acres and about 250 acres of woods,4 acres behind my house is meadow and I have had a super increase in bluebird population over the last 15-20 years, it’s absolutely the coolest. Thanks for another great video. You’re woods walks are awesome. Dave
I'm 67 and this is the first time I've ever seen a Bluebird, though I've heard about them my entire life. I live in Miami so, that explains that. However, I have spent time in the north east with friends and family and never seen one. Thanks! I had no idea they are so beautiful.
This is my favorite bird - flat down. They ALWAYS come to me in my time of need and uncertainty. Every time I see them, I take notes. I was in my backyard the other day just thinking about my grandfather and 10 bluebirds surrounded me. I made an invest that I kinda had second thoughts about, felt a little down, went to look out of my window and a bluebird flew by. This bird means the world to me.
I’m in south central Michigan, have been an outdoorsman since early childhood. I have never recognized a bluebird in my life.
Larry from Topeka says thank you all for all of your hardwork! Thank you birdnerd!😊
I used to see them when I was a child, eons ago. When I moved into eastern CT, I found them again, and they will visit my seed feeders and suet feeders.
Me too, mine love suet!
I love you!
I love your Canadian accent!
I love bluebirds! 💙
I have alot of them in my yard and occasionally will eat seed from my feeder.
Interestingly I have a wooden split rail fence. Now I know why I have so many in my yard.
Thank you for your 💓 of birds! You're easy to understand, and humble way of sharing information is a Blessing!
Thank you
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Every video you produce are pieces of art! Best channel on UA-cam
I Love Birds! And Lesley's UA-cam channel is amazing.
Thanks a lot Nate
I just love birds!! Their so smart!! I dont think people realize their intellect!!
My son and I built a bluebird house yesterday, on Christmas :) He just turned 3 and got an Audubon kit that came with a little plush eastern bluebird under the Christmas tree. We looked up this video so he could see a "real" bluebird
Beautiful birds , great footage.
Had no idea they were in such dire straights at one time; what an incredible recovery! Pls feature conservation efforts in more videos 💕
I will try to do that when I can
I saw a beautiful male bluebird yesterday. It's such a rare sight I had to watch one of Leslie's videos to make sure it was a bluebird. Thank you Leslie!🐦🌹🍃
Great video!
We had very few in my area but I finally had a pair claim a bluebird house I'd put up.
The set raised 2 broods in back to back seasons.
The brood sizes were 3,4,4 and 5. Now we have bluebirds everywhere.
@ 9am, they all gather and wait for me to shake my cup of meal worms. They fly to the open feeder and wait for me to dump the food.
I decided this year that I would talk to my neighbors about hanging houses in their yards. My neighbors are all elderly and weren't capable of hanging houses.
I hung 7 houses and every one of them were taken over by bluebirds. 6 of them, as of yesterday, have hatched out. The 7th has 4 eggs and she's still sitting on them.
My neighbors have started showing up to watch me feed the birds and have coffee.
The joy and smiles that these bluebirds have brought is truly something to witness.
My advice to anyone who is interested in drawing bluebirds is to concentrate on bluebirds.
I removed all other feeders and only use enough meal worms for the bluebirds to eat until they leave. Anything left is removed until the next morning.
I have no seed feeders and that drastically cut down on the number of sparrows and starlings.
Sparrows will invade a bluebird nest and crush the eggs, building their nest on top of them.
My neighbors, who have been homebound for the most part due to covid, look forward to our morning coffee with the bluebirds.
I would advise anyone to do this. You won't be disappointed.
The only thing is that I wouldn't hang houses everywhere until the population rises. Otherwise the boxes will be taken over by other invasive species.
Wow! Today a beautiful blue bird was sitting on our deck and then flew to the feeder! We haven't seen a blue bird for over 30 years here in Pennsylvania! What timing!
Excellent. I am PA as well. Please do as much as possible to keep the invasive house sparrows away (eliminate them as you would lantern flies or mice in the house) and bluebirds will stay around.
Love the eastern bluebird I use to watch them for hrs up in NY state💙💙💙
After Hurricane Michael in 2018, scores of dead trees littered our community- Panama City, FL ...they were quite unsightly - but what a surprise to see these bluebirds a couple of years later find our community quite lovely and decided to raise their broods here!
I finished 4 new bluebird houses today. Now to wait to see if they accept them.
Good luck to you
@@LesleytheBirdNerd WOW! Put two up this morning, and a male checked it out within 5 minutes!
Just makensure to eliminate any house sparrows if you have them around. You don't want to learn the hard way with dead bluebirds.
@@uhill74 I live in a third floor apartment. The house sparrows are everywhere and build nests under window air conditioners around my building. Is it possible to build a bluebird house that is safe from predators?
@@robertanderson2285 How wonderful~👍
I live in Maine, last year I had one bluebird. This year I have many. I also have 2 pairs in nesting box. Thank you so much for this video I learned alot.
Pretty color mixture 🐦🐦🐦💞
Bluebird babies at the beginning! SO cute! Hadn’t heard of the societies to protect these awesome birds before. Definitely am going to check them out thanks!
Our family helped our local park build and set up a Bluebird trail! It was so rewarding to see the baby bluebirds the next spring! Although I can no longer hike I know in some small way we helped generations of baby bluebirds!
I finally saw my first Bluebird pair this year today. Along with Phoebe and Tree Swallows.
I've been scouring the trails too,
nothing until now. At least 2 weeks behind even though we are ahead this spring here in Minnenowhere.
I'm 21, so I guess I count as a younger viewer, and I am interested in bluebirds. I built a nest box for my mom and enjoy getting updates on the broods.
I live in central Maine, USA. I am blessed to have a bluebird pair visit my meal worm feeder. I have nest boxes, hoping they will nest also.
I hope so too!
I felt so happy seeing several bluebirds during a horseback ride on a beautiful autumn day this week!!! 🐴😍 🐦
Last year we put a nest box up and within 20 minutes of placing it, a male and female started making it their home. They produced two broods and it was such a treat to watch the whole process. It was also amazing to see the young of the first brood assist with the feeding of the second. This year we are putting a second box up and hoping for two pairs. They bring so much joy and hours of joyful bird watching.
Good luck to you
That is so awesome! The same thing happened to us a few years back! Just a word of caution though, we were so excited and had the same intention to have more bluebirds, so we put up another box. Unfortunately, it attracted house wrens the following year and one went in and pecked the bluebird eggs... I saw him do it so I know for sure it was the wren. I think it was too close to the first bluebird house. We took it down and moved it way in the back yard (we have a rectangle-shaped 2.5 acres) where there's another bird house, but further away and closer to the ground.
Last year we had a bluebird family in the front yard in the original bluebird house (5 babies!), another one in the house we moved to the back (3 babies!), and a family of wrens in the one closer to the ground in the back. They all lived happily together, thankfully. We had another vegetable garden in between the two houses in the back which provided enough bugs for both bird families, lessening the competition for food. I'm a little nervous to see what this year will bring... hoping for the best, because we aren't planning on gardening that area this year. Just wanted to keep you from experiencing the same sadness and hard lesson we learned. I do read things online where people have many bluebird boxes next to each other with no problems though, so I know it's possible. I'm not sure why though? We have open areas and older wooded areas on our property, for reference, if that helps.
Hello Lesley! I’m a young educator in parks and recreation and an excited, novice birder. As I am preparing to lead birding programs this spring around the park system I work at here in Louisiana, your bird videos have been so helpful. The fun facts combined with great visuals from video and photograph compilations have been so helpful. I also had no idea that Eastern Bluebirds almost went extinct in the 1900’s! That makes me even more grateful that I get the opportunity to see quite a few of these birds on a regular basis. I’m excited to share information about birds and birding with the general public in my area and help people become more engaged and excited about these animals and this activity around our local parks. Thanks so much for making these great videos and helping me out during the beginning of my birding journey so that I can help other people begin their own! I’m looking forward to watching a lot more of your videos in the coming weeks. Keep ‘em coming! 😊
Just started seeing these guys in numbers again here in Hunterdon County NJ
Is that in northern new jersey?
@@carolynklenk8467 Hunterdon country is West central of New Jersey. Parts are very rural but the population is booming. Has changed greatly in 50+ years that I’ve lived here (born and raised) not as rural.
@@IrishPizzaMan Thanks for getting back to me!! I haven't seen these birds!!
@@carolynklenk8467 I hope one day you will get to see one soon. Do you live near New Jersey?
Here in NOVA I've been fortunate having Eastern Bluebirds the last 6 years at the feeder.
They've been feasting on mealworms, sunflower chips, and even hot pepper suet cakes.
On a different note, the 17 year cicadas emerge in our area next month. Yes sir, we have
a 2021 only ~Spring Special~ added to the menu. Lets see what birds, if any, can't resist.
Bluebirds are my favorite birds! They have been elusive to me here in Michigan, and I always get so excited if I catch a glimpse of one or hear that sweet trill. This past winter however I was putting out mealworms and I couldn't believe my eyes one morning when I had no less than 5 at my platform feeder- I was nearly in heaven! Soon a flock of starlings converged and after about 2 weeks they moved on, but what a thrill!
I live in the Upstate of South Carolina and have seen these beauties in my yard for two years now. Indeed they are so fetchingly beautiful and adorable. Our recent freeze may have killed our early hummers. I haven't seen one in 2weeks...Thank you Lesley for sharing your love and knowledge. Birds 🐦 are beautiful! 🙏
I saw some bluebirds move into my own suburb after the winter, so I just put a Birdhouse for them.
It's a little late due to my remote work, but I hope it attracts some guests!
De-sparrow in the meantime
I love the Eastern bluebirds I put a nest box up and they have nested in there every year for 5 years and they have the best personality ever! Thank you for making a video about them!
my mum is a major bird lover! she was so excited to find bluebirds on our farm and now our property is a state sanctuary for them. they are so cute! we are from north carolina.
Adorable
We are very fortunate to have several pairs of nesting bluebirds for at least 5 years (Southern Maine). They are a joy to watch. This year one female has been trying to fly into our closed windows. I was told the she probably sees her own reflection in the glass and thinks it is another bird in her territory. I’ve taped paper over the windows on the house side facing their nest box and that seems to work.
Precious little Bluebirds ,the Blue birds of happiness loving them!!!!!!💝
I have found that the seven nest boxes on our farm will be used for several broods if you keep and eye on when they fledge, you clean out the old nest and put a little soft material in. They seem to prefer soft long pine needles, just enough to cover the bottom.
These birds are so cute, especially those eyes and that wing waving, and so pretty, too! 🥰 I have a pair of bluebirds that occasionally come visit my feeders. I think they like the dried mealworms and Bark Butter suet nuggets I put out. Their visits are not as frequent as other birds, but it’s always a welcome treat to see them. Recently, I saw them try to enter a nest box I put in the tree next to the feeders, but I think it was too small for them. I felt bad for them when I saw they were struggling to get in the hole. Seeing this video and their continued struggle to thrive as a species has given me determination to save money for a nest box for them and to do more in volunteer work for birds in general. I’m 24 years old, in case you were curious. Thanks for sharing, Lesley!
Hi Brianna, too bad about the nest hole not being big enough. It is awesome about you taking an interest in helping these birds. I'm so happy that someone as young as you is getting involved. Thank you for being kind and helpful. 🐦
It's so great to hear young people like you doing things to help birds! One thing that bluebirds really like is a water source, like a bird bath, too. If you can not use chemical fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides on your property, that also helps them by providing healthy bugs for them to eat. Thank you for all you're doing... it's wonderful!
@@LesleytheBirdNerd Yeah. I was really looking forward to seeing Bluebirds raise their young and maybe seeing their hatchlings/fledglings. Oh, well. I hope to see that next year. It was really interesting learning about the conservation efforts of Bluebirds. For a while, I was wondering what was the significance of bluebird nest boxes at nature trails and bluebird societies. Now, I know. 🙂
@@SweetStuffOnMonarchLane Aw, thanks! I’m deeply humbled. I can proudly say that I personally have strayed away from using pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers when tending to the backyard birds. I have a bird bath, but I also would like to save money for a better one as well. Peace, and happy birding! ✌️🐦
I absolutely loved this video, I saw an eastern blue bird for the first time this season, it was love at the first sight!
I'm looking forward to having them comeback for the summer. They are little voyeurs too, we've had some peaking into our windows, more than likely they see their reflection, but it's still adorable 😍. P.S. I live in Northern Wisconsin right on the U.P Michigan boarder.
I have bluebirds come to my property every year. We have 4 nest box's and we also have bird housing for martins. It is such a joy to have such a variety of birds. The bluebirds are one of my favorite. We even have hummingbirds.
Gotta love a bird that eats spiders, thats a definite bonus. The only problem Ive had with larger nest box holes like 1 3/4" size is the box will be taken over by undesirable birds. I keep my bluebird boxes at 1 1/8" to 1 3/8" and that tends to keep the riff raff out.
Facing your entrance hole to the East is highly preferable, and its most desirable to have an open area in that direction. If you cannot face it East then go North, South and West, in that order, because the birds like to keep the hole away from prevailing winds. Here in WI facing it East gives you the best odds of keeping a nesting pair around.
Thanks for sharing some helpful tips.
@@LesleytheBirdNerd : Love your vids, keep up the good work!
Very nice Lesley. Good work. Thank you so much!
Glad you liked it!
I have never heard someone give a better explanation for structural color. THANK YOU
Living treasures! I love Bluebirds!
Thank you for describing structural color the way you did! I'm sooo sick of people saying "did you know blue birds aren't actually blue?!" Love your videos and instagram! Lentil is such a cutie
I had a pair in the spring...i hope yhey return...i felt so blessed to watch them up close...they seemed toike the suet cakes...❤❤❤
They truly are the Bluebirds of Happiness! I live in Southeast Virginia and for the last three seasons, they have been populating my feeding station in large numbers. It’s not unusual for me to see as many as six to eight at a time winging in and out of my various feeders. They LOVE meal worms and little suet pellets sold by Wild Birds Unlimited in my area. I get such joy from seeing them, and watching the males sometimes feed the females during nesting season. Next year, I plan to put up a nesting box in my yard.
Thank you, Lesley! I'd been looking forward to this one!
I have volunteered for Prescott Bluebird Recovery Project since I was 20, I have even gotten my mom and husband into it! I'm 27 now and am expecting our baby girl in less than 2 weeks so I am taking a year off. PBRP is for Western Bluebirds (I'm in Oregon) and I love monitoring all the nest boxes, recording the data, helping band and seeing what the success rates look like year to year!
I love Birds. One of God's greatest small creatures ❤
Музыка красивая, немного печальная. Душа улетает в прошлое, в детство, в молодость. Вспоминаешь своих любимых и дорогих, родных людей. Без которых стало горестно жить. А какое буйство красок дарит нам природа. Сердце щимит от одной мысли, что такую красоту люди губят. Прости нас милая, родная, заботливая наша планета Земля. Автору за работу благодарность.
Beautiful blue birds, thanks for sharing 👍
I have a Bluebird nesting box with 5 eggs on my deck as of yesterday. So excited first of the season. They’ve nested in my yard since I put out a box in 2009 and stay year round. I leave out mealworms and had 11 every morning come to my door looking for breakfast. 💙
That is awesome! SO luck
Louisiana: I saw my first Bluebird in the 1970s. I told my third grade teacher who said it was a Bluejay. When I described how it was different she told me in no uncertain terms that I was mistaken, there was no such bird.
Fast forward to the mid 2000 teens and I saw another one, this time while working in Colorado. I did some research and was pleased to know that I had seen one as a child.
Back home in Louisiana, they began popping up around the house and have steadily increased. The last few years and especially this year, I see many of them every morning and evening. I am truly grateful for the work that has brought this wonderful bird back into our lives.
Spent a good part of the day today watching my Blue Bird box. Two chicks are ready to fledge. Second year with a box up. Successes both seasons.
I am fortunate to have bluebirds nesting in my yard every year for many years. I have three boxes out separated by at least 50 yards and at least two of the three always gets a nesting pair. Because I'm way down soooouuuth, where its nice and warm... ;).. i see at least two nesting, and i believe- sometimes- even a third. They are such a sight too see - their flash of intense blue shooting across the yard. I moved a box just outside my kitchen table window, it was the first box to get a pair! Now i can easily watch them as i enjoy a coffee. I also have- at least a could of bluejays nesting outside my bedroom window... first time in a long time... BUT.. i hear the squeaky gate call ALL THE TIME!!! .. WONDERFUL SPRING!
Lucky you! Best of luck to you again this year
i have a couple that feeds in my backyard in southern nj, usa. thanks for the upload, love all your videos, as i am a bird nerd too :)
Thats so nice and thankyou
I got a nest in my box this year. Super stoked. I remember my dad seeing a rare one back in the 70s and being super excited. He would be glad to know the numbers are now rising. I am trying to get my kids into birding so birds are not forgotten.
I started feeding my birds and other critters in my backyard about 2 years ago. And a few weeks ago I just so happen to see 5 of these little birds perched up on my wood fence where I usually place the bird food. I have never seen them before and was in complete awe of them. I asked others what they were describing there colors and size but everyone were as puzzled as I was. I just saw your video and now I can tell everyone else what they are now! Thank you for explaining so much about them and what draws them to our yards!! Eastern bluebirds are absolutely beautiful!!!!
Just love them; that soft chirping....
Sorry to hear that
Don't know if this is the problem, but having too many bird houses (or too close together) on your property will encourage wrens... we learned that the hard way. Also, they say the number of decorative, small bird houses being hung out by people has increased the wren population unnaturally. I try to spread the word about that...
Here in north central Georgia I've "hosted" a family of bluebirds for about 3 years in a nesting box. They've got a brood very close to their first flights now! 💙 When the parents bring the babies to my feeders and show them how to eat from them... It's wonderful! And I'm really glad that my 11 year old daughter gets to watch the process every year as well. 💙
Fledged my first family this week. Mother and Dad were great parents. Alabama.
I just saw this beautiful bird in Missouri in contrast to all the brown wood behind it, they're beautiful.
Love the bluebirds! I have 4 nest boxes on our property that are being used. Took a while to find the correct placement but all 4 are hosting nesting pairs. I built them with predator guards to help ensure successful broods. Thanks for doing this video. Hopefully others will set up nesting boxes.
I have bluebirds nesting every year out in the yard. Love seeing them
I had several bluebird boxes when I lived in the TN valley, loved watching them! When I have a house/more property in the future, I'd love to make more nests and help out these birds!
In my top 5 of my favorite birds! I always feel happy when I see these beauties.
I saw in Scarlet Tangier when I was around nine or ten year old, which started my love of birds. It took me a little over forty years to see my first Eastern Bluebird, actually a small flock - an unforgettable thrill.
We have lots of blue birds on my property in Springfield WV. Built them 5 houses and they use every one.
Beautiful little creatures ✌️✌️😍