Well, Freda's behaviour has certainly changed over the last 2 or 3 days, and we had an inkling we knew why. She has been very meticulous when leaving the nest to make sure the nest is prim and proper and also when she returns there is more than the usual activity.
Well, this morning we discovered that she has been a clever little girl, and if you look to the top left of the nest cup you will see 5 eggs. These have been laid since I put the picture up at 14:01 yesterday.
At this stage we're not sure how many more are to come, as Blue Tit's can lay up to 12 eggs in one go. Incubation will only start when Freda is ready so there is no need to worry about the condition of these 5 eggs while she is not there. We fully expect she will add to this tally today, and hopefully in view of the top camera.
Apologies again for the quality of these pictures, however, next year's box is in the planning department with two higher grade cameras and some lighting.
Fred paid a visit to bring Freda some food today.
18:07. I was informed today that Blue Tits only lay one egg per day, so Freda has been hiding them well over the past week. Let's see what happens tonight.
Fred paid a visit to bring Freda some food today.
18:07. I was informed today that Blue Tits only lay one egg per day, so Freda has been hiding them well over the past week. Let's see what happens tonight.
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