From first egg hatching to leaving the nest. Up close with a nest of American robins that frequented our house.
Rotating the eggs. First egg hatches. Disposing the shell. Back under mommy's wings. Up close with a nest of American robins.
Staying warm. Up close with a nest of American robins that frequented our house.
Butterfly for dinner. Mommy deer is passing by. Up close with a nest of American robins that frequented our house.
Papa bird help with the feeding. Hummingbird nearby. Up close with a nest of American robins that frequented our house.
Two busy parents. Full bellies. Feathers are starting on the oldest. Small eye slits. Up close with a nest of American robins.
Papa robin spends more time bonding. Trying to find some space. Long necks get closer to the food. Up close with a nest of American robins.
Parents are working overtime. Synchronous begging. Keep your head in. They jump for it. Mommy is in high demand. There is number 3.
They are getting big. Mommy shares her passion for cherries. Remember: we are hungry. Eating, napping and growing.
The nest is getting small for all. Oil those shiny new feathers. Why do you always lay on top of me? Papa and mommy have their hands full.
Scaring a crow from the nest. Some serious worms. Time to lay low. All in choir. Wings get you higher. Up close with American robins.
Mommy's beak is strained from the cherries. Papa stays well clear. A nap with a full belly. Mommy can barely wait her turn.
Papa found a safer landing. Time to care for those wings. Instant energy. Make space for mommy. Up close with a nest of American robins.
These birds are well cared for. No wonder papa says high up. Getting big ideas. Mommy has to maneuver out of the way.
Nice insects mommy. Papa has a busy morning. Even the youngest is thinking about it. The oldest wants to follow his mother. Maybe later.
The oldest gets brave about flying out. There goes the oldest. The middle one flies out a minute later. Hiding until the crows are gone.