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Nest Building
“One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.”- William Shakespeare
Here amidst the thorny arms,
a Curve Billed Thrasher builds a nesting home
a complicated blend of sticks and twigs
nestled deep in a green cactus fortress
where the female will brood and rest
on their beautiful blue speckled eggs.
Aggressive birds, they are fierce and brave,
seldom shying away- doing whatever it takes
to protect their tiny feathery fledglings
from coyotes, roadrunners, and snakes.
©2021 Linda Lee Lyberg
Author’s Note: I came upon this Thrasher nest on my morning walk one day. I am amazed at the detail in construction, and how they fly in/out of this tight space without getting thorns!
Photo Credits: The two cactus photos are mine. The bird photo is from Image by skeeze from Pixabay. The nest is from Wikimedia Commons
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You gotta admire the nest builders, eh?
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I know, they are incredible. Thanks Ron.
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The intricacy and sturdiness of birds nests never fails to amaze me.
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I Know, They are master builders! Thanks Sherry.
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Gorgeous! You reside in such a stunning environment! 😊
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Thank you Beckie!
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“nestled deep in a green cactus fortress” and what a fortress it is. Amazing
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Thank you!
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Wow! Amazing
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Yes it is. Thank you Sadje.
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You’re welcome 😉. I had never seen or heard that birds would choose to make a nest in a cactus. It’s really fascinating
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Yes, out here they do quite often.
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👌👍
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The strength and drive of nest builders leaves me in awe. Beautiful writing
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Thank you Susie.
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I’ve seen that fierceness in the behavior of birds. You describe it so well, that “whatever it takes”.
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Thank you Magaly. Birds are amazing! Light enough to float on the wind, yet strong enough to face their foes.
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How beautiful are those eggs?! I hold my breath in wonder. And they are elaborated on so well by your poem and the other photos. Altogether a delight!
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Thank you Rosemary!
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Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous 😍😍😍
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Thank you Sanaa!
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Fascinating post and wonderful pics Linda. These little birds have to fierce given their environment and predators. Kudos to the Curve Billed Thrasher!
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Yes, they are quite bold. Thank you Rob.
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