[Todd]

Congrats! We are in the same boat. After a few years hiatus, we now have a pair that is nesting in our box. We’ll see how it works out. The last time we had a pair, they laid eggs, and then all of the eggs disappeared. No signs of intrusion around the box area. Hope all goes well. It’s nice to have them back.

[Todd]

Thanks for all of the replies. I just looked today and there are 3 eggs in the nest. Looks like they are ok with the box. Planning on modifying the roof a little after they fledge. House Finches Bldg a nest out front as well.

[Todd]

Also there is a robin’s nest around and the male has been more aggressive this year at chasing other birds. Just saw the female. At least they are still around!

[Todd]

The roof is about 1-1/2 inches over the entrance. Just had another down pour but not much wind. The box is mostly dry inside. The nest seems dry. Male was by this AM but still no female. Wondering if she might be sitting on a a nest that they made during the time that I was fending off the sparrows. Or worse, she was hurt in the last storm. Wondering what the lifespan of a box is?

[Todd]

Thanks! Our winds are normally from the West but can change from Northwest to Southwest. South on occasions like this last time. The male was here this AM. I’m going to check the nest after work. I don’t have any other nests to switch out unfortunately. Will have to wait and see. Thanks again.

Todd

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