A Sneak Peek at the New Generation: Eastern Bluebird Chicks
Eastern bluebird chicks peek from the nest box as a second brood develops. A close look at young bluebirds growing in a backyard nest.
Backyard wildlife
Eastern Bluebird Chicks Hatch! Parents Work Overtime
Eastern Bluebird chicks have hatched. See photos of the busy parents bringing food and caring for their growing brood in this backyard nest.
Eastern Bluebird Comeback! Male Feeds New Mate Incubating Eggs
Remember the single dad Eastern Bluebird? He’s got a new mate and she’s laying eggs! See a photo of the male feeding her a cricket.
Eastern Bluebird Fledglings Thriving on Spiders and Independence
I photographed eastern bluebird fledglings in my yard as they caught spiders and moved closer to independence.
Eastern Bluebird Saga Finale
This eastern bluebird finale brought one family story to a close while hinting that a second brood may be on the way.
Eastern Bluebird vs. Wolf Spider
A backyard encounter between an eastern bluebird and a wolf spider reveals predator instincts and defensive behavior in real time.
Fox Squirrel Behavior at Backyard Feeder
Fox squirrels put on a show at the feeder and birdbath, creating unexpected wildlife moments and photo opportunities.
Eastern Bluebird Fledglings Take Flight in Arkansas
Eastern bluebird fledglings leave the nest in Arkansas, but a Cooper’s Hawk sighting raises concerns about their survival.