Nancy' s Nature Nook

The birds, squirrels and chipmunks are going crazy as they collect materials to build their nests. Every robin, when spotted, has a piece of straw or twig in its mouth.

I’ve planted ground cover to replace the yews which were decimated by deer over the past few years. Since the new plantings went in the turkeys have used the little hill as a shortcut and occasionally play what looks like turkey tag while running up and down the slope. This spring the entire hillside has been developed into chipmunk condos. There’s been no slow down in the real estate market in my yard!

A steep portion of the newly planted area is being held by a piece of jute netting. One squirrel apparently decided that the jute would be perfect for its nest. I watched as it tugged and pulled and chewed at the webbing. After a few minutes it successfully detached a mouthful and scampered off with its prize.

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