New here– I would appreciate any suggestions…
A bluebird pair has started a nest in our box close to the house. The female has an injured (or some problem) with her leg. When she sits on a nearby bar, the leg just dangles; she has difficulty getting in the box– when she lands at the opening, she has to sort of propel herself in with lots of wing-flapping. She is taking bunches of grass into the box regularly over the last 2 days. I have put a feeder with dried mealworms close by, and she comes to it frequently. I am wondering if putting a perch on the box would help her get in the box easier, or is it better to just leave everything alone?
On a second topic– had a nesting in a distant box. 5 eggs, and viewed regular activity. Then, I noticed no activity. It has been 2 weeks– the eggs are still all there and intact, but have not seen and birds visit. Best course of action?
Thanks!