Friday, 1 April 2011

Encouraging signs


Yesterday morning I noticed a pair of Blue Tits prospecting the home-made nest box that is attatched to our back fence (this box was used last year by a pair of Blue Tits). They were taking it in turns to go in and out and making several journeys to and fro. I have yet to notice any nesting material being taken into the box, but I am keeping my fingers crossed!

12 comments:

  1. Such a thrilling thing to spy birds coming back to a nest box, isn't it? Blue Tits are so lovely.

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  2. I wonder if those birds ever think "Isn't it odd that this little empty house should just be here waiting for us!"
    Bazza’s Blog ‘To Discover Ice’

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  3. Hi Raining Acorns,
    Yes, I have been waiting a couple of weeks hoping that some kind of bird would use at least one of the boxes in the garden! It was a relief when I spied this couple having a look!
    J

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  4. Hi bazza,
    I know, but I am sure that they get over that thought when the more important thing of breeding takes over!
    J

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  5. Always great to see nest box's in peoples gardens.
    No bills to pay.
    John.

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  6. Always exciting and nerve wracking at the same time while birds make up their minds where to nest.

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  7. Hi John,
    It would seem that the Blue Tits may just be on the verge of nesting. Like you note, my friend, 'fingers crossed'.
    May you have a most pleasant weekend.
    With respect, Gary

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  8. Hi John,
    Yes, it is a relatively inexpensive way of birdwatching!
    J

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  9. Hi John,
    Yes, I am keeping everything crossed that they will choose to nest there!
    J

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  10. Hi Gary,
    Thankyou for crossing your fingers, hopefully I will have good news in the future!
    J

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  11. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and the prospective tennants.

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  12. Thanks Frank,
    Hopefully they will nest successfully.
    J

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