Posts Tagged: bird video
Wednesday with the Bluebirds
Not only are the chicks getting big, they’re getting loud. They’re on the front of the house, my office is in the back. I can hear them calling when they think there’s a chance for snacks.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Tuesday with the Bluebirds
They’re still growing fast! And, their feathers are coming in. They’re moving towards the box entrance now when a parent is bringing food. And, it looks like one is getting curious about what is going on outside. They’ll be with us at least a few more days. The earliest we can expect them to fledge is Friday, but it is likely they’ll be with us until Sunday or Monday.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Monday with the Bluebirds
They’re ever bigger. And, today they’re testing their wings.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Mother’s Day with the Bluebirds
Mom and dad are taking it easy again this afternoon, with fewer trips into the box with food. I suspect the pickings are easier in early and late in the day. I’m sure the chicks will get a good dinner later. Happy Mother’s Day!
Probably won’t have time for a post tomorrow, I’ll be on the road most of the day.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Saturday with the Bluebirds
The chick’s feathers are growing in quickly. There was a spell of a couple hours this afternoon when mom and dad were slow on food deliveries. They picked up again in the evening.
Yesterday, I was reading on the deck with the parents coming and going from the box. Mom was on the perch I planted for them in the yard, dad watching from the neighboring box on the deck. Mom made a call I’d never heard and took off, climbing nearly straight up. Dad disappeared, under the deck I think. A couple seconds later, a peregrine falcon cruised through the yard. It was relatively low, I think momma’s reaction was to climb to prevent the falcon from being able to dive at her. The falcon continued along and wasn’t seen again. The bluebirds returned to tend their chicks after a few minutes.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Friday with the Bluebirds
They’re ever bigger and have more feathers. Another warm day here. I think we’ve caught dad popping in twice with snacks.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Thursday with the Bluebirds
Another day of mom and dad foraging for the chicks. It was warm today, reached something like 75°. The box is in full sun until late in the morning. That’s probably why the chicks are fidgeting.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Wednesday with the Bluebirds
Another day with mom and dad busy tending the chicks. It was warm enough that they were shifting around in the nest.
Some of you may have seen ‘Feedercam’ – my attempt to put a camera in my feeder to watch who comes and goes. It has been placed on the back burner for a time, Pesky Squirrel is more dedicated to chewing through the USB cable than I am at replacing them. If I can think of a solution, I’ll try again.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Tuesday with the Bluebirds
I’m amazed at how fast the chicks grow! Another busy day for mom and dad, delivering groceries. I cut some brush along the road this afternoon. Dad watched from the power lines above me and I apparently turned up several tasty morsels – he was quick to swoop down and claim them.
I haven’t forgotten the loons. The Middletons have mated and selected their nest site. They’ve even moved some vegetation around near the nest. I’ve been over every morning since Saturday, just way behind on editing the photos. A post with details on the Middletons and their pond mates coming soon.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes. We occasionally get some pixelated frames in the video, I think that is a WiFi issue. A new WiFi repeated is on the way.
Monday with the Bluebirds
The chicks look like they’ve doubled in size. Both parents keep busy providing food. With the warmer weather, I’ve been on the deck more. Mom has always more or less ignored us on the deck. She’ll come in, land on the perch I planed about 20′ from the box, make a quick check then head directly into the box.
Dad does a Mission Impossible thing on his way in. He’ll land on the perch or the deck roof. After a look around, he’s likely to dive into the azalea bushes in front of the deck, then onto the deck railing or roof, then onto the nesting box roof before ducking in. We’ve never been able to catch such a crafty fellow.
We’re watching eastern bluebirds in a nesting box with a camera installed inside to let us watch without disturbing them. The camera switches to black & white in low light. And, the exposure control stinks, that’s why it washes out or goes black as a bird comes or goes.