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dad's busy day
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Mr blackbird has been busy all day feeding his two chicks in the garden, but they don't stay in the nest for long, he was pausing in the apple tree calling to them with a beak full of grubs. one was already on the ground under a bush no bigger than a robin so no wonder they fall prey to animals.
The nest is an untidy cup built by the female from vegetation, such as grass and twigs, and bound together with mud and finer grasses. The nest is usually in a hedge or bush, though they will use shelves in huts and other outbuildings.
The nesting attempts of Blackbirds, and other species that nest in open nests, often end in failure through inexperienced birds deserting the nest, cold weather and predation by cats, crows and birds of prey. In fact, it is estimated that as many as 9 out of 10 nesting attempts end in failure.
The smooth, glossy eggs are light greenish-blue with reddish-brown spots, and approximately 29 mm by 22 mm. The female incubates the eggs by herself. After the young hatch, they are fed by both parents. |
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Hi Sue,
Wonderful shot! Very good exposure, the dark colors look very good. Details are quite good too. Lovely out of focus background. I also like the artistic framing.
Regards,
Shahar.
Nice image that really tells the story!
- clnaef
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Bonjour,
Voilà un merle qui a une bonne attitude.
Bonne journée.
clnaef
I like bird's pose. Very good composition.
Pawel
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