And Then There Were Two

@CarolDM (203422)
Nashville, Tennessee
June 19, 2021 5:28pm CST
Started out with five Tree Swallow baby birds in my backyard bluebird house. They turned 18 days old today. Have been watching them very closely. On day 18, they usually fledge. Three have been on the edge of the opening of the house. Sat out on the deck watching, as well as through my window at my computer, for days now. A few minutes ago three babies flew out all at one time. I had no time for a photo. Amazing to witness! They come out of the house, 18 days old, and can fly. Nature is so amazing. I may never see them again. I hope they will be safe. They usually go off to start migration. Now there are two babies left. One is probably the runt. It may be another day before they leave. Time will tell. What an experience this has been. Snapped this photo from inside of the momma checking on the last two babies.
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@sophie09 (34236)
• Indonesia
20 Jun 21
i can tell the babies is cute tho
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Two babies. Thanks.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
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@sophie09 (34236)
• Indonesia
20 Jun 21
@CarolDM yes the two babies i meant
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@rebelann (112995)
• El Paso, Texas
19 Jun 21
I've never had the opportunity to watch something like that, you're so lucky
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@rebelann (112995)
• El Paso, Texas
20 Jun 21
I would have been too.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
I wish you could have been her ewing me, I was like e little kid.
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@LadyDuck (472087)
• Switzerland
20 Jun 21
I cannot believe that they can leave home so young. I agree that nature is amazing. The most adventurous left, the two others will go in a couple of days and then there will be none.
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@LadyDuck (472087)
• Switzerland
21 Jun 21
@CarolDM You are lucky to see them performing their first flight.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
21 Jun 21
@LadyDuck It rarely happens to get to witness this.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
18 days old. There are two left. They should leave today.
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@thelme55 (77164)
• Germany
20 Jun 21
It is nice observing baby birds. You are very lucky to be able to from your home.
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@thelme55 (77164)
• Germany
22 Jun 21
@CarolDM You are welcome. Have a nice Tuesday.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
22 Jun 21
@thelme55 Thanks! You do the same.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Thank you!
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• United States
20 Jun 21
How nice that you were able to watch them grow up. One day they just know it's time and they're gone.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
I always watch the birds in the backyard. First time to see these swallows. Amazing to see.
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
20 Jun 21
Carol's home for baby birds amazing!
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
It is the most amazing experience ever.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
21 Jun 21
@DocAndersen I have had to give these their space, not allowed to peek inside like with the bluebirds.
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@DocAndersen (54402)
• United States
21 Jun 21
@CarolDM it is very impressive - obviously those around you feel safe!
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@jobelbojel (36042)
• Philippines
20 Jun 21
They will visit you don't worry if they leave.
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@jobelbojel (36042)
• Philippines
22 Jun 21
@CarolDM I hope they would soon.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
I am not sure if they will or not.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
22 Jun 21
@jobelbojel Still in the birdhouse.
@Juliaacv (51467)
• Canada
19 Jun 21
Oh this picture is so precious, I am so glad that you shared it.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Thank you! It is blurred, but was in a hurry.
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@Juliaacv (51467)
• Canada
20 Jun 21
@CarolDM It is still quite good.
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@just4him (317277)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
20 Jun 21
I'm sure it was amazing to witness. Nice picture.
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@just4him (317277)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
21 Jun 21
@CarolDM I take it they're all gone now?
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
21 Jun 21
@just4him No... still two left. Common to stay 18-22 days. Day 20 today.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Thanks! It was a quick snap here.
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@JESSY3236 (20039)
• United States
22 Jun 21
cute.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
22 Jun 21
Thanks!
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@Dena91 (16686)
• United States
21 Jun 21
Such a good momma.
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@Dena91 (16686)
• United States
21 Jun 21
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
21 Jun 21
And the daddy is around too.
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@Hannihar (130213)
• Israel
20 Jun 21
@CarolDM I bet it was amazing. I guess it was their time to see what they can do themselves. Maybe you will be able to get a picture of the two left that will fly away. I hope the 3 will come back to visit. That is very sweet that she is checking on them.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Amazing is right. Two left now. The parents are excellent parents.
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@Hannihar (130213)
• Israel
21 Jun 21
@CarolDM Since the parents are excellent parents then the ones that flew away will be ok. I am glad that the parents are excellent. It is amazing and I bet sad to see them go away. I hope others will come in their place and you can experience that miracle again.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
21 Jun 21
@Hannihar Thank you!
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@Rashnag (30592)
• Surat, India
20 Jun 21
Lovely picture. Thanks for sharing
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@Rashnag (30592)
• Surat, India
21 Jun 21
@CarolDM your welcome
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Thanks!
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@Nakitakona (56486)
• Philippines
20 Jun 21
Let them fly as free as the wind.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Absolutely.
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@Nakitakona (56486)
• Philippines
20 Jun 21
@CarolDM Super fine.
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@allen0187 (58582)
• Philippines
20 Jun 21
Soon, it will be an empty nest... literally.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Yes I know.
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@RebeccasFarm (90481)
• Arvada, Colorado
20 Jun 21
So cute a photo Carol
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Thanks!
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@Lucky15 (37374)
• Philippines
20 Jun 21
such a nice thing to see those birds and momma is one indeed a momma to those two :D
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
The father is around as well.
@Shiva49 (26782)
• Singapore
20 Jun 21
Should be a proud yet concerned momma. Life will go on like it did for billions of years in one form or another.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Yes I agree.
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@Ronrybs (19565)
• London, England
20 Jun 21
I have never seen a fledgling fly the nest, most be incredible. Very lucky to see it, never mind catch a photo.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
It is absolutely amazing! Happens in the blink of an eye.
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@LindaOHio (181931)
• United States
20 Jun 21
Great shot. Another new batch of birds off into the world.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
20 Jun 21
Thanks! Two more to go.
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