Nesting Controversy

One of my favorite birds has been frequently checking out nest boxes, visiting the berries in the holly and privet, stopping for a drink at the bird bath, and generally making me smile with song and chatter.  The Eastern bluebird is truly a joy to have around.

Yesterday, I glanced out the window and noticed a ruckus at the favorite limb of the nesting Eastern phoebes.    The male phoebe often perches in that spot while he watches over the nest-building activities of the female.  They have selected the shelf of the gazebo for their nesting site again this year and the female has been busy at work for a week now.  

The male bluebird persisted for a moment, then moved on to a more distant perch.  I hate that!  I want them to get along.  Still wishing for bluebird residents in my nest box!

You may also enjoy Wishing Upon a Bluebird at Vickie's Sketchbook and Bluebirds and Wild Turkey at Vickie Henderson Art.