And just like that, they're gone!
Two days ago, while we were eating lunch outside, we watched Mama Bird nudge her babies to the edge of the nest and one by one they tumbled out. We have never witnessed anything like it. Needless to say, it was fascinating to watch.
The landing was a bit hard however the mama was very attentive. It took some time for the babies to become steady and start to explore their new surroundings.
While the baby birds were busy exploring and learning how to find food, this Flame Skimmer Dragon Fly (?) was buzzing back and forth the length of our back yard. Not just once or twice but many times before he would fly away, only to come back and start the routine all over again.
He has not been back since, as far as we know.
Later, when I checked on the baby birds, they were hopping all over the place.
Even near the water.
There were other birds around too.
They finally made it around to the driveway.
And eventually up to the front yard where our front yard update is currently underway.
We will miss the birds!
And that's a wrap on another incredible year of feathers and flight!
- A picture perfect end to the day.
Happy Saturday!
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