Aggressive Male Eastern Bluebird Joins Nesting Effort in My Yard
An aggressive male Eastern Bluebird joins a hardworking female, but his behavior raises questions in this surprising backyard story.
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Bluebird Nest Building Begins with Returning Female
Female Eastern Bluebird starts building a new nest while a new male drives off fledglings. Nesting behavior unfolds in my Arkansas yard.
Robin Attacks Bluebird in My Yard
American Robin attacks an Eastern Bluebird fledgling in my Arkansas yard. A fierce mom bluebird helps her young escape the Robin’s grasp.
Eastern Bluebird Fledgling Feeding Continues in My Yard
Eastern Bluebird fledgling feeding continues in my Arkansas yard, with Mom tirelessly delivering mealworms to her growing chicks.
Eastern Bluebird Fledgling Gets Its First Drink
An Eastern Bluebird fledgling takes its first drink at my birdbath. A quiet milestone captured in a series of close-up moments.
A Bluebird Mother’s Gift
A female Eastern Bluebird feeding her fledgling shows the devotion of motherhood in the wild. A touching Mother’s Day moment.
Bluebird Chick Feeding: A Young Bird Makes an Appearance
Bluebird chick feeding observed as one young bird appears at the nest entrance during rain to be fed by its mother.
Male Eastern Bluebird Behavior: A New Arrival Near the Nest
A new male Eastern Bluebird has appeared near a solo mother but isn’t helping feed her chicks. What’s going on? Read my latest update.