Springing Into Nest Building
Tis the season to nest. Here is a look at the nest building requirements and preferences of the Gold Finch, House Finch, and Red-breasted Nuthatch. House Finch * nesting season March till August* female builds small nest from weeds, grasses and thin branches found in trees, hanging vegetation or man-made cavities* does not like to nest in man-made bird houses* preferred feeder seeds: black oil sunflower, nyjer, millet, mustard seeds, milo* offer a way for Finches to drink as they may drink up to their own body weight in water each day Red-breasted Nuthatch* loves pine trees: using their sharp bill to carve out a hollow in a pine tree* line their nest with grass and then add a layer of...