I had not seen Bluebirds in my yard for a couple of months but 2 days ago I
saw one checking out the bluebird house - looking in and sitting on top.
I'm not sure what it means. A pair did make a nest there in the spring and
laid eggs but something got the eggs and that was the end of that.
Nancy Young
Botetourt County
-----Original Message-----
From: Mary Walker [mailto:marywwalker@xxxxxxxxxxx] ;
Sent: Friday, October 07, 2011 9:38 AM
To: va-bird@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [Va-bird] Bluebird Questions
I gave my mother, who then thought I was a crazy bird lady, a bluebird box
for Mother's Day. Immediately bluebirds began to nest and instantly my
mother became fascinated and attached. She just called me this morning and
told me that the male, female, and 1-2 offsprings (we presume) have returned
to the box and are showing lots of activity.
Questions:
1) I can't imagine bluebirds nesting this time of year. Are the bluebirds
using box for warmth/shelter/sleep with the cooler nights?
2) My mom wants to get more bluebird boxes. Can someone remind me how far
apart the boxes should be (facing south, correct?) .
On a different note, I had one hummingbird hanging around feeder yesterday.
I have not seen/heard any hummingbirds this morning.
Mary Walker
Albemarle Co
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