Jeri wrote:
However - a BIG However - wool takes long to dry compared to nest
materials of grass
and twigs. So, the latest wisdom is to not use woolen orts in this way.
A dry nest is said to be better for baby birds.
Bev wrote:
I don't think that putting threads out, wool or otherwise,
In message 85d96628cf694664a5684ddb18eaf...@yourb45be3bb8c, Jean
Nathan j...@nathan54.freeserve.co.uk writes
When we lived in the countryside, in the spring, we used to see birds
collecting bits of fleece which were caught on wire fencing when the sheep
rubbed against the fence, and nests found
Jane wrote:
Wouldn't that be different in that the wool collected by the birds in
this way would still have its natural oils, and be relatively waterproof
as well as soft and warm for the chicks?
The birds tended to leave the fresh bits and go for the stuff that had been
caught on the wire for
In actual fact, of course, birds will choose for themselves the most
suitable materials for making their nest. They often choose natural from
materials such as leaves, twigs, grass, hair, fur and feathers, as well as
string or thread made from natural materials. But then some will choose
stuff
As this group knows everything and has the answer to everything, I am hoping
not to be disappointed this time! !
Our son has acquired a one-eyed kitten, and he is expecting to return from
Pasadena to Chicago in early June. This is a 2200 mile road-trip which took
him 3 days when he drove in
As I recall, when this first came up for discussion (not necessarily on
this list...), the issue was not about moisture, but about color. When
orts of brightly colored fibers were put out for the birds, and then put
in nests, the bright colors attracted more predators. I think the major
