I discovered that the nest was empty, and knowing that they would be staying close to the house, I was able to find them easily. One was staying close to the weeds along the edge of my house, using them for shelter as she searched for food. Nearby, the two parents were supervising the two other baby Robins, going from ground to fence.

They chose a poor day for their departure, we had a few storms this evening and I worried about them. Hope they all make it, it’s a rough world out there! And now I’m without my little porch friends, although it’s still early enough, perhaps the nest will be home to one more brood before summer’s end?

Trio of Baby Robins

Had to use the zoom, hence the rather crappy picture, but there you have them. Three baby robins, American Robins to be exact. They are a delight, both ma and pa taking an active role in feeding the hungry little critters. They make me nervous in that I worry about them. Will all three survive? What about that feral cat that has claimed more than one bird from the feeder area? I’ve read that squirrels prey on young Robbins (as they have my insulation). Are they hiding, spying, waiting to kidnap them? I’ve seen what squirrels can do to a feeder when they are hungry, perhaps they are satisfied with seeds for the moment.

Ah, nature!