Amazing! Just curious: Is there a difference between their roles? For example is one the protector and the other the bread winner, or do they share both responsibilities?
What a treat to see these red-winged blackbirds, bj. I so enjoyed the nest video, heard myself gasp with delight when we saw the tiny nestling’s mouth open.
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Amazing! Just curious: Is there a difference between their roles? For example is one the protector and the other the bread winner, or do they share both responsibilities?
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Interestingly, once the eggs hatch, they both share the role of protecting the nest as well as getting and bringing the food. Great question, Yishai☺️
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What a treat to see these red-winged blackbirds, bj. I so enjoyed the nest video, heard myself gasp with delight when we saw the tiny nestling’s mouth open.
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Thanks so much, Jet! At that stage, until they open their mouths, they scarcely look like baby birds yet!!
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Thank you for showing how even a very common bird can elicit such delight!
Things like this keep us heading outdoors as often as possible.
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So true, Wally! So much to see, so much to enjoy, so much to learn!☺️
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Beautiful in the nest captures BJ, a rare blessing ! They remind me a little of our striped Honeyeater down here.
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Thank you, AB. So true, it is a rare blessing to witness this. ☺️
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I get visited by these guys almost every day! I like their plumage color and pattern. Great captures, Carol. 🙂
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Lucky you!!
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I guess the adult bird in the video had no choice but to let you get close. Or maybe it somehow intuited you weren’t a threat.
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The nest was at eye-level about 10-12” from the boardwalk railing, and the mom had just flown in with some food.
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You lucked out.
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Much more devoted to their children that many humans are!
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Sad, but true 🥰
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What a cool sighting!! I loved the video and seeing the little ones with their mouths wide open. They’re so cute!!
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Thank you, Deborah. It is truly a wonder to witness this miracle of nature.
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Recently, saw these tiny birds pecking at the heads of ravens, protecting their homes. A mother’s love.
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Yes!! We see them dive bombing hawks and herons. They’re fearless!
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Beautiful bird photography! I think you’re a great ambassador for birds, increasing our appreciation of them greatly! 🙂
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Such a kind and gracious thing to say, Ann! Thank you☺️
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