Bluebirds! Season 7. Episode 6. Chicks.

Tree swallows, Charles River Peninsula, Needham, MA

 It's hatching time for some, fledging time for others. How I love the young birds, ready to learn how to be birds.

Tree Swallow nestling, Box 5

Or, in some cases, ready to make the transition from lizard to bird.

Tree Swallow parent, Box 3

Or, in some cases, never to hatch at all. The eggs in box 3 have been there for over three weeks. The parents keep peeking in to check. Maybe today will be the day....