Happy Birthday Bluebird Babies
By CarolDM
@CarolDM (203422)
Nashville, Tennessee
June 2, 2023 12:11pm CST
Yes! The four bluebird babies have all hatched. I was correct with the date. June 2nd is what I called all along. But you still never know until you see them hatch. They all four seem healthy so far.
In one photo above you can compare their tiny shrimp-like size to my finger. They are so tiny and fragile. Absolutely a miracle to witness. If you look close at the photo to the left, looks like one has his arm around the other. So adorable.
Had to share the joy with you. The Bluebirds of Happiness always make my day. No matter how many times I witness this process, I am still like a kid on Christmas morning. The joy never goes away. And I hope it never does. I am so thankful.
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@kaylachan (65344)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
2 Jun 23
They are really cute as babies aren't they?
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@kaylachan (65344)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
2 Jun 23
@CarolDM Do they like watching them from the screen room? Can the cats even see the birds?
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
2 Jun 23
@kaylachan They do watch, but mostly the Dude. Brendel sleeps most of the time these days. She sometimes gets up in a chair and looks out in the yard a few minutes. They can see the birds. Even inside, they can watch the birds come on the deck (through the patio doors). The Dude watches out most of the windows and talks to them a lot.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
2 Jun 23
I am doing the happy dance here. Not sure if you remember, there were five eggs, a few days ago, one disappeared. The female will do this, usually while incubating, if the egg is not a good one. I am so over the moon happy right now.
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@wolfgirl569 (102054)
• Marion, Ohio
2 Jun 23
Glad they all hatched. Hope they all grow
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@wolfgirl569 (102054)
• Marion, Ohio
3 Jun 23
@CarolDM It don't take them long at all. Yesterday Patch killed a baby bird that fledged into the dog run. She was trying to herd it and I didn't look out in time to rescue it. ![](/Content/images/emotes/sad.gif)
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
3 Jun 23
@wolfgirl569 Oh no. That happens. I am sure he did not intend on hurting him. Many babies do not survive.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
16 Jun 23
@much2say They will be leaving the nest soon. I am behind on here too. They seem fine. The parents will not let me monitor any more. And the babies are right against the door, so it is too dangerous to open it. Don't want them fledging too early.
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@stapllotik (1933)
• India
3 Jun 23
So cute ! How long will it take for the baby bluebirds to start learning to fly?
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
3 Jun 23
@stapllotik And thank you for your interest.
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@Scrapper88 (5983)
• United States
2 Jun 23
I have heard that some birds will abandon their offspring if there is any contact with the baby bird from people. I hope this is not the case with these birds.
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@Scrapper88 (5983)
• United States
2 Jun 23
@CarolDM That is good to know. I hope you enjoy watching them grow up.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
2 Jun 23
@Scrapper88 Thanks Keith. I love seeing them each year. And they often come back to the birdbath and hopefully one day to raise their babies.
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@astutimeliana723 (4536)
• Indonesia
2 Jun 23
This time, I see bluebird babies, they look adorable. ![](/Content/images/emotes/w00t.gif)
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
2 Jun 23
@astutimeliana723 These will have blue feathers before you know it and I will share photos.
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@astutimeliana723 (4536)
• Indonesia
2 Jun 23
@CarolDM You are welcome. Bluebird a beautiful bird with blue feathers, I don't think I've ever seen one in person. Usually Love Bird, feathers are green.![](/Content/images/emotes/lol.gif)
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@moffittjc (120850)
• Gainesville, Florida
4 Jun 23
It's just amazing that they can survive in such a fragile state after they hatch. How do they survive a sudden and unexpected freeze? The parent birds are not there 24/7, so how do those featherless birds stay warm? Nature is amazing, especially when it comes to survival.
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@moffittjc (120850)
• Gainesville, Florida
5 Jun 23
@CarolDM Nature is amazing, isn’t it?!! Mother Nature sure knows how to take care of things.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
5 Jun 23
@moffittjc Without a doubt it is magical. Every year I learn something new, right here in my yard about nature.
@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
4 Jun 23
It is amazing Jeff. I monitor daily to make sure there are no predators and they are safe so far. The Mom & Dad will sleep with them if the temperatures get too cold. They are around pretty much all the time. They usually sleep in the nearby trees.
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@kobesbuddy (78889)
• East Tawas, Michigan
8 Jun 23
Baby bluebirds are so precious! Yes, they bring joy to everyone's heart, especially yours:)
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@kobesbuddy (78889)
• East Tawas, Michigan
8 Jun 23
@CarolDM Birds are so precious, especially as babies:)
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
8 Jun 23
@kobesbuddy Yes and these are very special to me.
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@Nakitakona (56299)
• Philippines
4 Jun 23
I believe you. There's happiness in those newly hatched bluebirds. Nobody could that happiness away from you.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
5 Jun 23
@Nakitakona Thanks again and I agree with your words. Have a good day.
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@Nakitakona (56299)
• Philippines
5 Jun 23
@CarolDM I'm happy for you. That kind of happiness defines your life.
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@MarieCoyle (34024)
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3 Jun 23
So very tiny, they grow so fast. Lucky you, getting to see them grow! I see bluebirds here at times and enjoy them as much. ![](/Content/images/emotes/happy.gif)
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@MarieCoyle (34024)
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3 Jun 23
@CarolDM
Baby birds grow so incredibly fast! They will be flying so soon now.
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