Jul
01
2008

Ever Wonder….

why it is……

when someone does something *stupid!*….

they are referred to as a “bird-brain”?

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Yes, in the few short days we were away, a Junco laid a clutch of eggs in my FUCHSIA!!!!! It seems every year, these birds insist on *trying* to make nests in my plants. I have to actively shoo them away so they won’t nest in the hanging pots. This Fuchsia has finally gotten tons of blooms on it and I really need to contact someone who knows how to handle this.

When I had birds before, I know the birds needed to have water nearby to keep the eggs moistened in the nest. However, I certainly don’t want to drown any chicks once they hatch out.  What a stupid dilemma. Guess I should have placed a netting over the plant while we were away….

Written by Katya in: birdwatching,Flowers,photography,Weird! |

3 Comments »

  • I hope you can find a solution!! I haven’t a clue as to what to advise….I would think if you tried to move them that the mother would abandon them…

    Comment | July 2, 2008
  • What a lovely photo of the nest. One bird has attempted to make a nest in our humble plumeria tree in our balcony (we live in an apartment building). My mom is so worried the eggs might fall into the cement flooring!

    Comment | July 2, 2008
  • I’m just amazed you have the nest so close – I hope you find someone who kows what to do! The nest and eggs look so small and delicate.

    Comment | July 2, 2008

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