Gilligallou's Blog — Bird Nests

Louise Beckinsale
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How Long Do Birds Sit on Their Eggs?

At this point most of the 700-or-so species of birds here in North America have built their nests, found a suitable mate, have laid their eggs and are currently awaiting the arrival of their new brood.  As some of us notice nests and eggs in our backyards or in local wooded areas, we often wonder […]  

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Louise Beckinsale
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How Many Eggs Do Birds Lay?

At this time of year, many of our backyard birds have been paired up, built their nests and are likely incubating eggs as we speak.  As we progress into the summer months we will soon be treated to the welcoming sight of new baby birds leaving the nest. A common question we often receive is […]

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Louise Beckinsale
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Learn More About Intraspecific Brood Parasitism or Egg Dumping Among Birds

Since we are about midway through the month of May, a topic of interest among birders right now is the nesting and breeding season which is now underway here in our neck of the woods and most other regions in Canada and the United States. While we are busy identifying nests and hope that they […]  

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Louise Beckinsale
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How to Identify Bird Nests and Eggs

Well now is as good a time as ever to spot nests already built or to keep an eye out for those that might still be under construction.  As we roll into the month of May, we should begin to see many new nests pop up, and eventually, eggs! We are often sent pictures from […]  

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