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The Wetland Explorer: Spring Cleaning for your Nest Box
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Bluebirds are beginning to construct nests in the area. Special bluebird nest boxes prevent other species of birds, like European starlings and House Sparrows from nesting in these structures. (Photo by Dan Witt)
It is quite evident by now that Spring is upon us. Insects are beginning to emerge, trees are beginning to bloom, days are getting longer, and the birds... Have you noticed how active the birds in your yard are recently? Singing, chasing each other, and maybe even gathering nesting materials have become the birds’ daily routine.Interestingly, several bird species in the area have been on nests for a couple months and already are tending to baby birds.