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Oh Gin- that’s so disappointing to hear. I had heard that the 1 1/8 hole reducer would keep HOSP out. I guess that makes sense, though, because they are smaller than EABL. Those poor Dees! Hate it for them!
Nicole
Yes, Lyndsey, I would bait that 2nd box when u get your Van Ert just in case, as long as you’re around to check it, like Tammy suggested. You just never know when those HOSP are going to strike. I’m just getting into trapping myself & have learned so much from this forum.
I feel exactly like you- so honored that the bluebirds choose to come back again for subsequent nestings. Just love it, but a nervous wreck at the same time. Hope all goes well for your 2nd go round!
Nicole
Keith, I also live in an HOA subdivision with a very small yard, so feel very fortunate to have the bluebirds nesting on my property. I put up a true bluebird house in the front yard this year, which is the one that bluebirds are going for brood # 2. I know our HOA, though, & am waiting for the day that they tell me to take the birdhouse down. I will appeal that one until I win! Hope it all works out for you & that male.
Nicole
So so sorry, Keith. Hope that male finds a female & you get another nesting. Devastating for you & Carol both!
Nicole
Lisa, that makes me so sick! Chickadees are on the decline. You can use a hole reducer for Chickadees to keep HOSP out. 1 & 1/8, I think? My understanding is to put hole reducer on after 1st egg has been laid by Chickadee. Someone with more experience can comment further. So sorry!
Nicole
I’m a little late, Lisa. So glad they successfully fledged & male is helping somewhat. Good luck for potential 2nd round. Congrats to you & Mama blue!
Nicole
So glad that all is going well with Mama & babies. Sure they’ve fledged by now. Hope all goes well with fledgelings & new potential mate!
Nicole
Hi all-
Congrats on a 2nd nest, Lyndsey! You are so lucky to have so many bluebirds around! My pair just completed their 2nd nest today. So excited! The 1st six fledged 2 1/2 weeks ago & just started to come to feeder & fountain exactly 2 weeks later. Love watching them! One was having a good time taking a bath & they also get in the feeder to eat instead of perched on side like adults do. So cute & can’t wait for the next round (although a nervous wreck at the same time)! Hope your 2nd goes well, Lyndsay!
Nicole
