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 p.1 #6 · p.1 #6 · Summer salvage: Pt. I; E. kingbird nest-building | |
NorthMac wrote:
Interesting series, on what appears to have been a dicey choice of nesting site. I tend to see Kingbirds liking to sit on high views to better see insect prey, wonder if that influences its nesting sites?
Thanks NorthMac. I absolutely agree with you this seemed like a dicey location for the nest. There was no way to get a better view but my supposition was that the heart of snag had partially rotted out, creating a little protection and more room inside it. Some of the pictures reinforce that concept.
My understanding is that the kingbirds do typically nest at or above this height. Ironically enough though, a couple years ago, I was lucky enough to find one in the same area just above eye level (pics here ).
As a precursor to the next set I'll post, despite the setback at this year's nest site, she did rebuild at the same location.
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