My neighborhood is alive with the sounds of Eastern Phoebes. These somewhat nondescript birds are one of the first migrants to return to New England in the spring. By mid-March many New Englanders are ready for some real signs of spring. The arrival of phoebes is one of those heart-lifting signs. Usually we hear phoebes first as their lispy “phoebe, phoebeee” can be heard in the yard as the birds seek out nesting sights. These tail-pumping birds build “classic” nests of mud, sticks and grass, often in areas near humans.
I was lucky enough to see one at my bird bath the other day. I love seeing different bird sightings and a phoebe at the bath is not something you see every day.
Thanks for checking out http://www.BirdsofNewEngland.com
Hi Chris — The “Old Farmer’s Almanac”, which I buy each year on a visit to New Hampshire, has a delightful “sidebar” on the page for March 2016, about phoebes having problems with nest-building. “Almanac.com”.
Susan
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