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Post by Ann70 on Apr 2, 2022 11:22:25 GMT
I’m back home so looking for any activity so far I have seen blue tit visit nesting box which I’m happy to see, roll on the warmer days again so things pick back up for everyone 🌞
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Post by suep on Apr 2, 2022 14:48:12 GMT
Glad they are still about Ann, reckon the cold snap will make them all stall for a while but great to see so much progress on the forum. Great to see.
Sue
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 4, 2022 17:01:29 GMT
Well, I have an interesting situation to keep my eye on.
Still having single visits to the log box this morning that has the nest
Interesting viewing and very busy with double visits to my other log box today.
I did see a small piece of material go in.
They are keeping me wondering is it the male with his mistress in the second box 🤭,or have they moved house already.
I have only ever seen 3 blue tits so time will tell,would be lovely to watch two boxes 😊🤞🏻☘️
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 6, 2022 8:18:16 GMT
Well I’ve been sat in the shed with a cup of tea and the radio watching the second log box.Female blue tit is busy taking in material, I will be in and out of the shed all day today.
my theory about my 1st log box is while I was away the crows had taken all the sheep wool out of the container and spooked the blue tits from using the box which has a nest in it
today this theory was been proved right,I left sheep wall tucked behind the shed box and within a few minutes crows came and took it.🤬
thankfully I’m here to keep an eye on things, blue tit still in and out.
time will tell if one or two boxes will be used
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Post by pete11 on Apr 6, 2022 10:30:17 GMT
I guess it's a case of what will be will be with the crows. They need their nesting material too I suppose.
Hopefully your BTs will stick at it.
Fingers crossed for you!
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 6, 2022 10:53:17 GMT
That’s true Pete
The blue tits will be fine they have me guarding them🤭🤣
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Post by suep on Apr 6, 2022 14:59:17 GMT
Are you marching up and down like a sentry Ann?  I can imagine you with your shotgun out if those crows disturb your bluetits. I am sure all will be well with you guarding them  Sue |
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 6, 2022 19:45:48 GMT
Hi Sue
💂♀️yes, I’m on sentry duty for sure 🤣.
As long as I end up with a successful nest that’s all that matters.
I will be on duty again in the morning.💂♀️🤭
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 7, 2022 13:39:14 GMT
Birds need to go off on holiday🏖🌞😎 while we have this awful weather 💨☔️🌦then we will all know what stages everyone is at once the weather conditions are good for them
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Post by Taz on Apr 7, 2022 17:59:13 GMT
Love your side view box Ann. Fingers crossed for you.
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 7, 2022 18:47:56 GMT
Hi Taz
Thank you, it’s invisible to the birds, it’s never been used in 3 years
I thought it was a good idea at the time but to no luck
I don’t even talk about it now I used to get bothered it hadn’t been used.
I will be happy for a nest even if I can’t see inside.
I have to get my fix from looking at the clips on here 😊
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 8, 2022 7:37:43 GMT
I’m in my shed,Rose is busy continuing with nest building this morning 👏🏻
Looks like a good day ahead 😊 Romeo just came along to check on progress
Rose taking in wool now 👏🏻👏🏻😊
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Post by sammi on Apr 8, 2022 8:15:08 GMT
 I'm pleased you have something to watch Ann. It sounds like your nest is about the same stage as mine. Our Dotty is taking wool bits in from the clump I put out every year. The floor isn't completely covered though. Good luck. I hope your shed has all mod cons  
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 8, 2022 8:26:14 GMT
Well I’m surround by usual things and my fold away bike
I’ve got a stool with a cushion and I’ve took the radio with me 🤔🤣
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Post by suep on Apr 8, 2022 8:50:51 GMT
Presuming you’ve remembered the essentials like kettle, tea and biscuits or alcohol if that’s your preference. . Oh and a porta loo. Happy day watching  Sue |
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Post by karenupnorth on Apr 8, 2022 15:27:20 GMT
Really pleased for you anne  look forward to seeing some pics |
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 8, 2022 18:55:48 GMT
I’m confused.com 
log box 1
has a completed nest, I have seen male visit outside it today, but has been quiet the last few days.
log box (shed )
has had a few visits taking wool and feather this morning
triangle box
has been the home of male rooster since October
he comes in at 19:30hrs this week.
At 18:30, I saw what I thought was the male turning in early,(fed up of cold weather I guess)
I carried on watching and noticed he came out.
To my amazement I realised it was the female on a mission taking in material for an hour to my knowledge.
she may of been busy longer as I was out for two hours.
I continued watching and while she was busy he came to the front of the box a couple of times then went between that box and log box one.
I have no idea where all this is going to lead
I still think I have seen 3 blue tits chasing about.
I will be interested any suggestions to all this.
I’ve not had it so busy ever
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Post by karenupnorth on Apr 8, 2022 20:25:00 GMT
They keep us guessing dont they? Hopefully this will all lead to a nest and eggs!
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 8, 2022 21:04:28 GMT
Yes Karen that’s all I hope for one nest and eggs🐣🐥
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Post by sammi on Apr 8, 2022 21:30:15 GMT
 I can't wait to hear what happens. Honestly suddenly everything goes into overdrive doesn't it 
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 9, 2022 6:27:03 GMT
7am
Well so far nesting has recommenced in the shed log box this morning
Waiting to see if two females working at both boxes🤔
Romeo has checked the triangle box twice from the outside
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Post by Taz on Apr 9, 2022 8:22:28 GMT
Really keeping my fingers crossed for you, those eggs will come.
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 9, 2022 8:34:36 GMT
Yes Taz I think so to just waiting to see which box it will be 🤔
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Post by pete11 on Apr 9, 2022 11:00:50 GMT
A few more days and surely things will have moved on more decisively! Let's all hope so. |
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Post by Ann70 on Apr 9, 2022 17:42:47 GMT
Fairly quiet day the shed box has had the activity today more wool has gone in and Romeo has given Rose treats from the hole I think The triangle box has had nothing today, I think Romeos mistress felt sorry for him and made a bed for the cold nights yesterday evening.😘🤣 18:45 just after I posted nesting material has been going in the triangle box by mistress Ruby. the 3 of them were chasing around just before, while Ruby has been busy Romeo and Rose disappeared in the tree for a lengthy stay, I think it’s egg day tomorrow.(shed box) Ruby has worked for a over hour tonight again, she finished at 20:00 and stayed in that’s an interesting change No Romeo tonight GOSH I need a lie down after all that watching  Ruby sure needs a rest  Dont think I’ve sat as long and seen so much activity. its all very exciting tomorrows a new day 😊 |
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I can imagine you with your shotgun out if those crows disturb your bluetits. I am sure all will be well with you guarding them 
I'm pleased you have something to watch Ann.
look forward to seeing some pics
I can't wait to hear what happens. Honestly suddenly everything goes into overdrive doesn't it 
Ruby sure needs a rest 