Yesterday I noticed that the robin was not sitting directly on the nest. I heard a "hoot" from the nearby spruce and realized that Mr. Robin was guarding the nest and Mama had a juicy grub in her beak! Could it be that the eggs had hatched?
Mama watches closely after taking the grub to the nest as I scamper up the ladder to get a quick peek at what has happened.
How many chicks would there be?
Two tiny new birds! One egg has disappeared and still one remains unhatched.
Mama returns to the nest, but she remains ever vigilant.
COMMENTS
Chaitiamma said at 10:06 a.m. on May 9, 2008: Excellent shots !!!
Lifequest22 said at 10:13 a.m. on May 9, 2008: Wonderful sequence. Such precious shots of the little one sleeping on the bright blue egg.
Hhwind said at 10:26 a.m. on May 9, 2008: Oh my this is what spring is all about a new beginning, remarkable shots, beautiful sights thank you
Oldbogus said at 10:26 a.m. on May 9, 2008: Great sequence and it is nice of mama to be so cooperative!
Ira said at 10:33 a.m. on May 9, 2008: Magnificent tabblo! I never saw such! The newborn nestlings so are defenceless and are weak. Never will think, that from them grow into such beautiful adult birds. The mum is magnificent! Magic photos! Thanks for the perfect reporting!
Wildthing said at 11:00 a.m. on May 9, 2008: This tabblo has just blown me away. Awesome shots. The last few didn't come through for some reason. I'll have to try again later, so that I can make this a favorite. A wonderful pictorial record.
Memotions said at 11:07 a.m. on May 9, 2008: Thanks guys! I try to visit the nest only once a day so I don't freak the parents out too much.....BUT.... I am SOOOOOOO tempted to check more often. I'm curious to see if the other egg will hatch.
Swedfinn said at 11:18 a.m. on May 9, 2008: This is brilliant Mothers Day Tabblo and an unique one. A clear fav to me
Sirnicolay said at 11:40 a.m. on May 9, 2008: Excellent! Although I was a bit frightened by the chick.. :)
JuDeck said at 11:54 a.m. on May 9, 2008: so sweet....great shots of robin Mom
CANDYCANE said at 12:08 p.m. on May 9, 2008: This is a wonderful display of nature. I am surprised you were able to get close enough. I love the one where the baby bird has his head rested on his siblings egg. Very awesome pictures.
Moabjeeper said at 12:36 p.m. on May 9, 2008: Great sequence. Wiil lok foor update.\\bob
Catmagneto0257 said at 1:42 p.m. on May 9, 2008: Patty these are incredible pictures-you are so fortunate for the mother to trust you,I can't wait to see if the other one hatches!
Candlepower said at 1:53 p.m. on May 9, 2008: Wonderful! What a Honor to share this familys life. Thank you!
Wahoogin said at 2:30 p.m. on May 9, 2008: These are awesome! What cute little chicks.
Cowgirl said at 10:00 p.m. on May 9, 2008: This is so cool !!!!!!!!!!!!!! great shots thanks for sharing your gift.
SterlingGray said at 11:22 p.m. on May 9, 2008: Amazing shots, very cool. The miracle of life. You have to provide us with updates as they continue to grow. Wonderful Tabblo.
AliDar said at 3:44 p.m. on May 10, 2008: OMG! what helpless little adorable ugly little things! Wow, perfect shots with their newly hatched pink against that blue egg, and that one with it's mouth open so wide.... Excellent tabblo. Thank you for sharing this! :)
Debdog said at 12:47 a.m. on May 13, 2008: OH PATTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THESE ARE FANTASTIC!!!!!!!! what a GIFT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:) AWESOME
ConnieL said at 10:18 a.m. on May 15, 2008: Patty, these are great shots!! Had to smile at the 'word picture' of you scampering up the ladder. :-))
Siagian said at 12:37 a.m. on May 16, 2008: tender and beautiful. Patty, these are special!
Loes said at 5:10 p.m. on May 25, 2008: Wonderful Patty, I hope they're still ok!??
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