When I went to the botanical garden last Friday, I was standing next to this very large Cardon cactus taking a photo of a wonderful bloom close to the ground when I noticed a tremendous amount of birdsong in the air. I looked up at this cactus and saw all the holes in it. About that time, a starling came flying into the scene, perched at the entrance to one of those holes and feeding the kids inside.
Then another little brown bird flew in and did exactly the same and finally a woodpecker came flying in to another one of the holes with a mouth full for the youngsters.
I had stumbled on to a high-rise condominium for the birds. It was nice to see such a culturally diverse group of avians all living in the same building....er... cactus.
If you look closely, you can see a young bird peeking out from this opening.
And here's momma, who came back with a bit to eat for the little ones.
Reminder: The theme for May is "Squares".
Home is where you find it. No matter species, I guess. Then invite your friends over.
ReplyDeleteIt must be cool in the summer inside the cactus.
ReplyDeleteIt's kind of a wonder that the cactus still survives with all those big holes in it.
ReplyDeleteI do wonder how the cactus makes do with those holes, but if trees keep flourishing despite the holes for birds and squirrels, these must do okay. Terrific shots!
ReplyDeleteThese are great, Sharon! And what a variety of birds.
ReplyDeleteLove your title :-) and the second shot is simply marvellous, thanks for the peek inside!
ReplyDeleteVery cool, Sharon.
ReplyDeleteNothing like a room with a view.
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing how creatures adapt to their environments!
ReplyDeleteso special and cute
ReplyDeleteGreat find!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful find!
ReplyDeleteLoooove this Sharon. Aren't birds and animals so well able to adapt to their surroundings.. I think this could be a bit like having security screens on your home :)
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting sight!!
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting sight!!
ReplyDeleteWhat an interesting sight!!
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