Backyard and Beyond

Starting out from Brooklyn, an amateur naturalist explores our world.

As John Burroughs said, “The place to observe nature is where you are.”

Nesting Already

Starling: a cavity nester.
But not so spartan.
This is pure bling, though. The attached flat balloon may present some logistical problems.
Another American Robin nest. Sometimes they nest right in front of you, tbut his one was rather high up a tree.
This one was on the ground, presumably blown out of the pine above. Looks like a double-decker, a newer nest built atop an old one.
Minimalist Mourning Doves.
Nest? Who needs a nest? Male Brown-headed Cowbird.
Female Brown-headed Cowbird, with a juicy beetle.
While we’re on the subject of eating, this Common Grackle has rustled up what looks like a caterpillar from the leaves.

mthew

4 responses to “Nesting Already”

  1. Sherry Felix

    Wonderful to see nests.

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  2. ellenbrys

    The nest on the ground looks like an Andy Goldsworthy art piece.
    The robin is going to a birthday party!

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    1. mthew

      The 1924 silver dollar, my go-to size comparison because it’s 1.5″ in diameter, is worth about $25, so a good start for a party.

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  3. Sonia

    Thanks ggreat blog post

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