Black-capped Chickadee Nest Box | 54 Days in 8 mins

[@Sezstu]

In about 1993 a chickadee couple nested in a small dead tree trunk next to my deck. I wrapped sheets if metal around the trunk to deter cats and when a hole formed opposite the door opening I repaired it with a thick sheet of clear plastic. I got to watch the whole process. It was a wonderful life experience.

[@Internutt2023]

Years ago, I built a few chickadee nest boxes from cedar, with 3/4" thick block of oak at the entrance like you had ( to keep any squirrells and larger birds from pecking the hole bigger), and hung a few under the eave of my garage, which had the East side close to some large pine trees, so it was a great habitat area. After a few weeks, I was rewarded with one building a nest and laying eggs. I didn't want to disturb them too much, but I did check once to find a chick in it ( I just felt it with my finger, I didn't take it down to look) and checking it later I didn't find any dead hatchlings in it, so I am guessing they had a healthy brood and all survived and got out. They are one of my favorite birds to see and hear, thanks for the video of the nest life.

[@Barb.....]

I've already watched the full video alone, then again with my kids. Both times I cried when they fledged. Geez, I cried a 3rd time on this one. Beautiful work Lesley. 💕

[@maryillinski3487]

The most beautiful video I have ever seen. God keep them safe. Chickadees so tiny and thankfully so tough. I adore them and the Wrens. Mama kept an immaculate nest.

[@truenreal365]

Love this video, So glad they all made it safely, thank you for your help😊❤

[@mc12358]

My Carolina Chickadee pair also laid 6 eggs this year! Yes, all of them hatched and fledged. I'm not sure when either of the parents ever got any sleep! That little kiss at 0:44 was just perfect 😍

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Aww that's so nice. I'm glad it all went well for yours too 🐦

[@bennyhalftail]

I had a successful nest of chickadees this year in the birdhouse on the side of our house and it was an absolute joy watching them every day. The nest fledged one day while I was at work so I didn't get to see them take off, but I've been spotting the little cuties in the trees around here once in awhile. Your video was such a blessing to see what all I missed. I'd love to rig up a camera in case they show up next year. Note: last year I had some house sparrows get into a chickadee birdhouse that had a 1 1/4" hole so this year I made the hole 1 1/8". Thanks for sharing all of your videos and expertise!

[@AniFam]

Wow, the chickadees set up the nest with mosses beautifully~ To see the baby birds growing and fledging is amazing~💞 Thank you for sharing this video!🤗

[@lindacecile5647]

Your content is not only beautiful and entertaining, but also enlightening and informative. I love birds. Your videos brighten my days. You've identified a Chickadee bird call that previously had been a puzzle as to species for me. Wonderful work.

[@earFront]

Thank you Miss Lesly our bird nerd. All your bird videos are very enjoyable and informative.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

You're welcome and thank you 🐦

[@cattailer1077]

As usual, Great video, Lesley!!!! I love black caps🥰. Cute touch with the bee at the end...I also love bees🐝

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Haha I love bumblebee bees and that one coming into the nest was just so darn adorable. Thanks for the nice comment 🐦

[@jenisecoronado5555]

Six amazing little miracles of life unfolding before our very eyes! Thank you so much for capturing these miracles, Leslie!

[@austinclarke2514]

I put up a nest box just out from the house on a post this year and chickadee's nested in it. Never put any wood chips on bottom or any perch. Only looked in once to see if they were nesting after i seen a chickadee go in, there were 4 young. Was nice to see your video to show what happens in the nest.

[@thejfchannel4343]

Thank you for your videos. I just discovered the birds that built a nest in my bird house are Black-Capped Chickadees. First time I've ever experienced birds nesting in one of my bird houses. Your videos were a huge help to see what is going on in there.

[@patrickponte2777]

Thank you. Your videos are a absolute breath of fresh air . I've recently have just started bird watching and found a love for these beautiful little creatures . I can't get enough thank you again GOD bless

[@StumpfsCurse]

Big or small, life never ceases to amaze me.

[@beadmore]

Hi Leslie, I have watched this video several times and never get tired of it. I put out a feeder every Fall and enjoy the antics of all the birds. Tfs.

[@terrilynn27allen88]

I watched the longer video and loved it. I just had to watch this one too. Incredible work.

[@freedomforever6718]

What a beautiful timeline of these adorable birds. Great job, Lesley!

[@nonbirthingperson8087]

I bought a pvc bluebird house for myself with my birthday money this spring. No bluebirds but I noticed yesterday a chickadee pair has started a moss nest. Looking forward to observing them from our sunroom ❤️

[@cobythebirdnerd3790]

This is so awesome! Glad they built and you were able to capture this! Have a wonderful weekend Lesley.

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

Such a treat! I’ve enjoyed them all my life but to see them like this a very special.

[@spacecase13]

This is amazing work, thank you for such detail! I love your channel and your coverage of birds! This is wonderful, as I have an evolving situation in the backyard...I have a bird box out back, it's been unoccupied for years, but about a month ago I had some black-capped chickadees scout the place as if buying a house... and moved in after some discussion. I think I now have just a series of days left before they leave the nest. Mom and Dad chickadee have been rapid firing food into the nest for many a day now, and the chicks sound strong. Thank you for the extremely well done video, it gives me a really solid reference point as to where I might be.

[@GiacomodellaSvezia]

So much fun to see how, with fluffy feathers, she perfectly fits the circular cavity she made in the moss and down. No waste of energy.

[@Dragrath1]

Saw the long version and its still just as cute in the short version. interesting addition of the cute little bee coming in to check things out at the end.

[@suecastillo4056]

Hey Leslie! Namaste. 🌸🌼🌺who’s cuter than a chickadee? They are sooo adorable!! Love love love these videos💕🙏🏻🌎🌞🐞🧚🏻‍♀️💕☮️🕉😉‼️

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Hi Sue 🙂 Namaste 🙏

[@treasuresunderfoot7876]

I love listening to them. Pretty active little birds. I sit & watch them catch spiders, moths, caterpillars & flying insects. They remind me so much of the Juncos. Small, quick & cute.😄

[@nataliemartin7583]

Fabulous video! I almost didn’t want it to end. Once in a lifetime experience for me to see even if it’s vicariously through your channel. Thanks so much!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Our pleasure! So glad that you enjoyed the video

[@Mslaralah]

It was truly touching and amazing to see this family to grow until the next stage…life out there! I love this. Thanks for sharing and lots of blessings for the stars of this video.

[@alicemcpherson7961]

Absolutely wonderful video Leslie! I make bird houses for sale Year around. I always tell people that I build for the birds and not the people. It's so great to see what happens indoors!

[@juliesnature]

This is the most precious thing I’ve ever seen! Thank you for this treasure ❤️

[@tofalos]

Great job editing this two months' adventure.

[@Alignmented1]

Parents look young, maybe 1 year old? They are smart and adorable. Great work!

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

I'm not sure about the female but the male has been around a few years

[@rosesperfumelace]

Amazing. The wonder of nature. 😍

[@theyellowbird]

Lovely work, another excellent video!

[@matthewharvey4604]

I love chickadees so much! They are so cute! This was a great video Lesley!

[@desertfox3860]

Great video as usual! Thanks for sharing!

[@peggywerner5205]

That is such an awesome video. Never have seen the whole process and they are amazing!! Thank you so much for sharing!! Love how mother does the snake! That's so awesome!!

[@ighconsulting]

Oh my goodness amazing!!! Things I have always wondered!! Thank you so much for sharing these beautiful souls and what a wonderful nest box and camera work! Love and Light to Lesley and everyone🙏🤗💚

[@GunnyKeith]

Thanks for sharing with us Lesley. Appreciate it much. Kool

[@louisebelair2245]

Thank you it was very interresting and they are so cute, I love them!

[@annmiller5205]

LOVED IT!!!!! Thanks so much for sharing!!! 😊💜

[@michaelstrauss6587]

Absolutely Beautiful....

[@josephbailey4463]

The part after they fledge is like watching a teenager ask for the car keys and some gas money.

[@matthew-jy5jp]

This is amazing Lesley

[@preppy_chicken108]

We have a pair of chickadees nesting in our nestbox. The female ( named Lou) laid her first egg this morning!

[@lindasiroskey326]

Absolutely Beautiful ❤❤❤

[@APV878]

So cute! The nest looks soooooo comfy

[@PlanSarahPlan]

I love this, Lesley! What fun and informative video! Thank you!

[@jamesferguson8938]

Loved it!!!

[@cme1027]

Omg.. my fav video of the year... thank you so much for posting 💗

[@warhorse1956]

I love these little guys. Mine are getting very friendly and mouthy with me at the feeder down here in Florida. :)

[@audreygullas8728]

You did it !! Fabulous. How drank cute is that ? I was wondering the whole time if all 6 would make it.such a deep nest them smaller ones on the bottom must of been the last out. Good job Leslie thank you so much. Oh yeah I loved when she fought off some other bird that was trying to get in I guess. Way cool

[@CenturianEagle]

Beautiful video!!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@GratefulDeb270]

Such a wonderful video! Ty!

[@litalewis8425]

Just....🤔 just one of the best videos EVER! 💛😁💛

[@cantgetenoughoutdoors3258]

Very enjoyable thank you!

[@BirdSongsFromAroundTheWorld]

This is so wonderful to watch. Thank you 😊

[@MelaneeGarrison]

Question. The door to my birdhouse came loose and is crooked. Can I secure it? The birds just started to chirp today.

[@deelawton3722]

How incredible❤

[@a_soup_can]

7:20 slapped him with his tail, too

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Hahaha he sure did. Trying to snap it out of its fear hahah

[@mylord9340]

Awesome. Very well done.

[@user-gf8zv4ov2x]

what is the snake display about?

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

It's their way of intimidating nest intruders like another bird animal trying to get in

[@misaelfraga8196]

What kind of wood chips did you initially use?

[@SharonCullenArt]

I need to go to the narration to find out what the parent was doing making that sound when it puffed up.

[@Elon_Trump]

So cool 😎 thanks for sharing

[@kimmom7785]

Thank you 🥰

[@sharonkaczorowski8690]

I know they are relatively common but they are my favorite bird.

[@Jeni-ow1kl]

THANK YOU! This Delights me!:)) What is the ‘shaking’ display that the momma does?!??

[@cobythebirdnerd3790]

It’s a display that she makes when a intruder is trying to make an attempt to make it inside the nest. Probably another bird or animal.

[@Jeni-ow1kl]

@@cobythebirdnerd3790! WOW! Thanks for the information!! Looking @ just the Momma’s actions without knowing WTH was happening really baffled me!!:))👀✌️ Now makes more ‘sense’:)!!✌️💫🌸

[@donp9492]

Awesome

[@Tsiskoko]

What does snake display mean?

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

It's a defense display females do when in nest if another bird or animal tries getting in

[@robestey5628]

Just too sweet.

[@vellasdad]

hi ! love your videos. do you know the dimensions to your box ? also the height you installed it . thank you for your time .

[@dgmick03]

Love this! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@panatypical]

What do the bees do with the nest?

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Not really sure but it didnt stay. I think it was just nosing around. Haha

[@jasminskokowski1718]

Beautiful..

[@zonderblu]

Before I put wood chips the chickadee was enter my bird house confidently. With wood chips my backyard chickadee only look inside then fly . Is it normal?

[@renfrewcalgary2830]

Loved this, thanks. I've been wanting to build a nest box for ages, maybe you can answer a couple questions... I'm wondering if the chickadees continue to use it as a home over winter? I'm also wondering what the behavior was inside the nest, when the female would fluff up, thrust at the wall, and make an unusual sound. Thanks, Nichol

[@robaldridge6505]

fantastic, thank you

[@joepol711]

So wonderful❤

[@hoff54a]

Great vid, thanks.

[@sherry1867]

Amazing!

[@hiltont7996]

Hi Lesley, I recently watched your youtube on the Chickadees and was captivated which inspired me to build my own nesting box. We have babies about to fledge but I have no idea how many there are as I idid not want to disturb them. I would love to add a camera for next year. What camera did you use? Thanks in anticipation.

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

I use a BLINK ourdoor security camera. Check out birds walking down website to see how he makes the nest boxes and the piece needed for the camera to rest in. birds.walkingdown.com/birdhouse/

[@Miketar2424]

What a miracle.

[@susana.954]

It always amazes me each time I see the snake display. That Chickadee really sounds like a snake. If I were a predator, I would be fooled! Chickadees are one of the smartest birds!

[@ursulaansbach2244]

Amazing

[@Earthboi7080]

Cutie😊

[@lakerdigital]

I've got a bird house with 6 black capped chickadee eggs. I believe the parents abandoned it. I'm not sure what to do.

[@ferrisb1588]

💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@josearmando4627]

Cute

[@chrisbeasley4898]

Its cool

[@terrynielsen7139]

💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@bassangler73]

👍

[@parkerottoackley5587]

👍👍

[@juliusroman8616]

That's the closest I've ever got to seeing a songbird and their anatomy.

[@test40323]

A nest of Robins on our front porch just left a few weeks ago, leaving behind an egg for rent...???

[@LesleytheBirdNerd]

Haha about the egg. Too cute

[@nightwaves3203]

That's a lot of babies to end up sneaking around to make their rounds hunting for food.

[@raylarkin5004]

Loved it!