This is the fourth year running for the Pacific slope flycatcher to call the garage door motor home. First noticed she was back April 9, 2013. Here they are protected from other birds (bluejays) that destroyed their nest when it was created on the top of the light fixture at the front door. I noticed four years ago it was in the garage creating its nest and so I took one of windows out of the garage door so it can fly in and out when it needs to. It does not seem to be disturbed by the sound of the motor when the door is opened and closed although I do talk to her letting her know I am opening and closing it...and I greet her in the morning and say good night!
Nestling flycatchers. Photo taken April 28, 2013...waiting for the latest treat of flies or other flying insects from their mother. They grow fast..before you know it, they will have flown the coop! Will take pictures and post them as I can...Last year there were two clutches of flycatchers born and fledged.
The Pacific slope flycatcher flies to the lowlands of western and southern Mexico for the winter. Clearing of understory habitat degrades their needs for suitable habitat.
The Pacific slope flycatcher flies to the lowlands of western and southern Mexico for the winter. Clearing of understory habitat degrades their needs for suitable habitat.
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