Robin HELP... (1 Viewer)

[ArielMarie]

So, I had a Robin make a nest on my wreath, it abandoned the nest to make a second nest at the top of the wreath a few days later... are the original bird eggs dead because she hasn't been sitting on them for 4 days??

 

[Kits]

Welcome to Birdforum. I hope you enjoy your visits.

Yes, if the original nest and eggs have been abandoned for four days, it is likely that the eggs are no longer viable.

If possible, try to avoid using the door where the wreath is situated and don’t go close to the nest.

 

[delia todd]

Hi ArielMarie and a warm welcome to you from all the Staff and Moderators. Most passerine species don't start to brood the eggs until the clutch is complete (this can take several days, as they don't lay more than one egg per day). Doing this all the eggs should hatch within a day of each other. This is unlike raptors, owls etc who lay an egg and start to brood it straight away. They may lay up to 4 eggs over the next week or so. However, the oldest chick will always get fed first, if it is a poor year for food then the youngest will likely die sadly.

It could be that you have two pairs on the wreath... but I'm thinking that would be a bit unusual. Please keep us informed as to how it all goes.

I'm sure you will enjoy it here and I look forward to hearing your news.

 

[KC Foggin]

Hi ArielMarie and a warm welcome to you!
It's good to have you here with us and, I also, hope you keep us up to date on the nests