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New Backyard Residents

6/9/2015

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They swoop, dive, and glide through the open space in the backyard. With their iridescent blue-green feathers glistening in the sun, they are a sight to behold as they snatch insects in mid-air flight. They are a pair of tree swallows, and I have been observing them for a while now.

These new friends made a nest in one of the bluebird houses, but it took some time before they decided to settle in. I watched as they visited the house several times over as many days, just checking things out the way anyone might who was contemplating moving into a new house in a new neighborhood. After the nest of pine needles and feathers took shape, there was the courting phase. They played and touched and talked, creating a gentle rhythm of sound and movement.

I feel as though I’ve gotten to know this pair, and they have come to tolerate me. The mother will watch as I tend the garden near the nest, and we talk (well, sort of). If I get a little too close there is a stern warning from dad – a reminder that we must respect each other’s space. There will be babies soon. Welcome additions to the neighborhood.

 


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arjeha link
6/9/2015 01:15:56 am

These are the kinds of neighbors that are always welcome. Enjoy them.

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elsie
6/9/2015 01:40:44 am

Awesome observations! What fun it will be to follow them through their life cycle. Be sure to update.

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Becky L link
6/9/2015 06:27:51 am

How lucky for you! It will be fun to watch the family grow.

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Clare and Tammy link
6/9/2015 10:45:09 am

I have a nest outside my office window in the gutter of the overhang on my front door. I have loved watching them these past few weeks. I am trying to figure out how to take pictures without disturbing them. We will have to share photos!
Clare

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