When I was walking at the Desert Botanical Garden, I saw several nests in use. This mourning dove had a nest that was almost at eye level and she seems to be hard at work keeping those eggs warm.
This dove had a nest in the arms of a very large cactus. This one appeared to be just settling in. She kept turning around as if to find the most comfortable spot.
This dove isn't nesting but appears to be taking a nap on a big rock near the entrance to the garden. The top of that rock was at my knee level which to me seemed like an odd place for this bird to be having a siesta. Nature is always a fascinating adventure.
Nice pictures of the life of a pigeon
ReplyDeletePretty birds, nesting in a cactus has to be a thorny place.
ReplyDeleteThey are brave birds to nest with all of those thorns.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots of these gentle birds, Sharon.
ReplyDeleteGetting comfortable on a cactus seems like a challenge. :)
ReplyDeleteHey! I saw your comment on Linda's blog about using a Nikon Coolpix. Is that what you're using for all of these spectacular images? All of my "real" cameras have aged out, and I've been looking for ONE replacement for them.
ReplyDeletePalpable nurturing love
ReplyDeleteBeautiful birds.
ReplyDeleteAnd she looks happy enough too
ReplyDeleteI imagine a cactus must be one of the safest places to build a nest!
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