American Bluebird builds nest masterpiece

Eastern Bluebirds typically nest in natural cavities, but they often use nest boxes. Building their nest can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks depending on climate and availability of resources.

This footage was captured in our nest box located in Virginia, USA, during the Spring breeding season of 2022. The time-lapse shows how the female constructs her nest from the beginning to the end by using straw and twigs. She builds it up layer by layer so that it is deep enough to excavate a small cup shape to hold the eggs. Most Bluebirds will lay a clutch of between 2 and 7 eggs and can have multiple broods in one breeding season.

The female laid five eggs in this nest, and we expect the first ones to hatch during mid-May.

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[squidward]

When I was a child I would fantasize about being a human with wings who lived in giant trees and made nests to live in. I miss having a vivid imagination, I could totally escape reality, but the fact that I don't need to escape reality anymore is a blessing.

[kevinharvey]

I’m soooo going to be mindful and put bird houses in the yards going forward. This is too cute!

[annecohen]

The nest in their bluebird house is so clean and nicely put together!! No wonder the babies grow up healthy and safe so they can develop into adulthood. Soon they will leave their nest and explore the outdoors in search of mates to start their own family.

[Neph]

My dad used to take down birds nest then I showed him this video not only did he realize how long this process takes he realized this is a bird trying to find a safe place to stay for the bird and babies now he doesn’t take them down.

[madmonty]

Birds are so awesome. Crafty little boogers too

[ezkefen]

i love how there’s this badass epic music over a nest building video hahahahaha

[ShakespeareCafe]

Ive built a few successful western Bluebird houses and it’s a joy to see the little hatchlings in there. These are my favorite birds

[JaniceCarter-wslu]

I watched a bird build a nest on my air conditioner in Minnesota it was so cool..waited until it got dark to go out on the balcony to check it out..they build it all day...
Smart beautiful blue bird😊

[paintilludrop]

I have a bluebird trail on my street we all have acreas..never seen inside like this. Joy filled, I believe in what we are doing. Daily acreage is gone in my area..400 homes on little lots. It's like a city is growing up overnight..Fl

[boligard]

God is truly amazing with the little creatures he made how fascinating how these birds know how to build nest

[annecohen]

I love the beautiful blue birds! They are so amazing!!

[jenniferann]

Beautiful little darling!!! ❤️❤️❤️They are so clever! How they build a Perfect nest and it takes a long time but they get it right and with all the perfect materials!!! I am fascinated 😍😍😍😍

[theonetowatch]

I think it's lovely watching birds building there nest I've a few bird boxes out my back garden and seen them flying in and out building there nest and keeping predators away from there boxes 🐦🐦

[ogoj]

Beautifully choreographed to the music. Thrilling!

[DNCHT]

Such a beautiful 🐦 birdie, literally and mentally ❣️

[sylviacaldwell]

First time I've ever seen an American Bluebird...Here in Georgia we have the Eastern Bluebirds...Many have nested in my birdhouses hanging from my Japanese Maple Tree.🐦

[JohnSmith-xiqt]

That was really enjoyable to watch, nice and relaxing

[davidarmillie]

The bird was very picky about what she brought in. All the straw looked similar! The birds outside my house seem to like long dried grass the best.

[Wesley-WSEL-]

DO YOU KNOW WHY IT'S A MASTERPIECE? BECAUSE THAT IS AN AMERICAN BLUEBURD. THAT IS PEAK AMERICAN MANUFACTURING RIGHT THERE.

[mrxman]

Fascinating. I was riveted and not sure why