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Feeding The Babies
I caught the action today as mom and dad Carolina Wrens (Thryothorus ludovicianus) were occupied feeding the little ones. Going out and coming back with butterfly and moth larvae, insects, snails, spiders, berries and seeds. Carrying a medium sized spider, going in for the nestlings. And now, off in search of more. ________________________________ If you…
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Patiently Waiting
On the front porch, in a small, faded red, star shaped bird house, nestlings wait for mom and dad to return with some dinner. Carolina Wrens (Thryothorus ludovicianus). The eggs of Carolina Wrens usually hatch after 12 to 16 days of incubation. The female incubates the eggs and the male will feed her. Once the…