But I've been so caught up in watching the Oystercatchers that progress has been slow... Here are some pictures (from Monday) of the first new-born:
Just look at those cute little feet! The mother/father is being a good parent and removing the eggshell so it won't attract predators.
The family together :)
Oops, he fell out of the nest and mother/father comes to help!
A few snapshots from yesterday. He's a little more steady on his feet, but is still bouncing around a lot :)
Mother/father brings a yummy earthworm for lunch.
Boo!
It's nice to be an Oystercatcher napping in the sun :)
I have no pictures from today, because he spends less and less time at the nest. The parents are leaving the last egg for longer and longer periods, so I guess they'll give it up soon. Which is a little sad and strange, since they usually have three chicks. Well, I should get back to studying...
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