Bird box success

Last fall The Forest installed 11 bird boxes throughout the Bear course.  Species-specific boxes were put in strategic locations to attract native birds.  We have found some success in the first nesting season and some photos are below:

 

The first photo is a nest of the Great crested fly catcher.  They are known for using snake skin in their nests for safety as a deterrent. 

 

 

 

The next photo is of the 4 baby bluebird chicks living in the nest between #1 and #3.  Great success for year 1 of the bird boxes!