Four of our chicks hatched this morning. The fifth has poked a hole in the egg and should appear soon. Mom and dad are busy feeding them.

The chicks should fledge in 17-20 days, meaning they should be with us through May 23 and possibly a few days beyond. There are lots of things that can go wrong for baby bluebirds, let’s hope all of ours make it.

It looks like the tree swallows took advantage of the distraction to claim the second box on the deck. Mr. Bluebird has been standing on it, encouraging the swallows to move along. This morning, the swallows are on and in the second box.

We’re watching eastern bluebirds raise their family in a nesting box with a camera built in to let us watch without disturbing the birds. Follow my blog for regular updates.