The mockingbird eggs have hatched! We are now the proud "step-family" of two rapidly growing mockingbird chicks. The little tykes hatched sometime between Saturday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. Now, we aren't really sure what happened to the third one because there was absolutely so evidence of bird eggs anywhere. But, the two remaining chicks are being watching closely by some very curious children...and adults. They are not the prettiest things ever, but are truly amazing to watch as nature reveals some secrets to us each day. Below is a picture of the new arrivals!
When I first walked up to the tree, they were sleeping in a heap. This is the response I got when my camera wiggled the tree just a bit. They immediately thought mama mockingbird was there to feed them. Look closely, they have very few feathers and their eyes are not open yet. Precious...
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