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    Default Nuthatch feeding Bluebird nestlings



    I recently witnessed and photographed some very unusual bird behavior: interspecific feeding. A Pygmy Nuthatch was feeding some Mountain Bluebird nestlings. In this image, one of the bluebird nestlings is begging to be fed by the nuthatch.

    I’ve thoroughly documented the behavior — including feeding and fecal sac removal — on my website here.

    I hope you find this as fascinating as I have.

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    Man, that is some crazy stuff! I was suspecting Brown-headed Cowbirds but your series on your website is so expertly documented and obvious to what is going on. Never heard of that before... so cool!

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    Interspecific brood feeding happens but the rarest part here is how beautifully it has been photographed. Great job Steve.

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    Great documentation. Very informative.
    TFS.

    Regards,
    Satish.

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