I was at my friend Glenda's house last Thursday evening and we took advantage of the mild weather to enjoy our drinks on the patio. We noticed that some mockingbirds were busy going in and out of these shrubs that grow along the garden wall. We decided that the birds must be building a nest inside those vines.
I only had my cell phone with me so I snapped a few shots hoping I'd capture something. I cropped these photos to bring the bird closer. Here is one of the birds heading into the bushes with sticks in its mouth.
And, here he is heading back out to gather more twigs. We were out there for a little over an hour and there was a constant stream of activity. They didn't seem bothered by us sitting near by but they were bothered by a couple of other birds who got too close. They chased any other bird that flew too near the wall of greenery.
7 comments:
You caught a special moment! It's amazing how focused and determined mockingbirds are when building their nests.
With that twig bringing and protecting the nest, it sounds like an egg or baby bird is in there. 'Tis nesting season.
You are always at the right place... at the right time! : )
We're seeing similar things here!
You had a good seat for following all the action, Sharon. ;-)
Great capture, nice action shots.
It is nesting season
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