Had a couple of other things to do earlier in the day, so did not get out for a walk until late afternoon. Headed back to the North 40 again as I wanted to see if I could relocate the Bullock’s Oriole. The closest I got was hearing it, but at least it’s still around. Also heard and got a brief glimpse of Yellow Warbler. Then spent a little time checking on some of the Tree Sparrow nests. The young have hatched based on the feeding activity, just no little faces sticking out yet. While watching them,
… I noticed a Black-capped Chickadee also making a food delivery.
They are nesting in one of the trees being used by the Swallows and also use cavities. With all that food going in, something has got to come out.
You will routinely see the Chickadees leaving with what needs to be removed to keep the nest clean. It was quite enjoyable watching them and the Swallows.