January Update - Overnight visitors, installing cat spikes and a quick look inside the nestbox!

[@nestboxcam-loughborough]

Just a quick note to let you know that as of 23rd Jan the bird has returned and is sleeping in the box once again. The livestream may still be running depending when you are reading this. You might be able to find it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYjZqWduZZeJe6M

[@maxine1200]

Thank you 👍

[@BirdBath1]

🍉

[@maxine1200]

@@maveWhite Birds would not nest in a larger box.

[@spookyghost7524]

maybe a bad play there, a neighbor had a bird box with similar spikes on it, and the cat from the house across the road from them got injured while climbing on it, the owner of the cat successfully took the birdbox owning neighbor to court and claimed vet expenses plus unnecessary distress, there are other ways to protect the box from cats, especially with how vindictive people can be nowadays

[@JStoja]

In the name of what did you decide to mutilate a cat? More enjoyable viewing? This cat probably hunts other birds, such its natural behavior . Except that no one sees it...

[@pineappleginseng1557]

Guest bird: "I think someone was trying to break in last night" Human: "Terribly sorry about that. Allow us to install some security! We assure you, this shouldn't happen again! Enjoy your stay"

[@shycat5905]

💖🙏🏼

[@lovealways2609]

bird hotel 🏨 ▪︎▪︎▪︎ in the twilight zone 😵 🎵 doo doo doo doo

[@dustinlerch9272]

It’s like watching a bear try to unzip a tent …

[@larryscott3982]

It’s called shelter for a reason. The depth of the box and the only way the cat could reach in kept our little friend safe. Nice box design

[@Broockle]

the cat also had the worst angle reaching in since the paw can only bend upwards while on the roof like that. plenty of reason to freak out tho

[@Otheim]

@@Broockle Good thing there was no lining. Kitty could grab this little fella.

[@BladePocok]

@@Otheim Kitty my ass! Thats a crude predator, big cat!

[@Red-pq8go]

💕такие милые лапки и птичка мила ❤️❤️💕

[@lovealways2609]

@@BladePocok yea.. kitty was not seeing if birdie wanted to come out and play. kitty was gonna make scrambled eggs with feathers.

[@glorygloryholeallelujah]

I never thought a cat paw could be both adorable and terrifying simultaneously. 🤔

[@humor5211]

Exactly

[@derealized797]

This reminds me, this time i looked out the window and noticed my cat up on top of one of the bird houses out back, digging his paw around in there getting all into it. So i tapped the window and he knew he was busted, froze up looking towards the house. When i went outside he was sitting on the ground trying to look innocent like nothing going on here. As i got up close to him though he suddenly sprinted away. Little jerk. Eh well he was just being a cat. He never did that again though, probably knew that we could be watching at any time, he wouldn't know.

[@guilhermev3545]

Nothing adorable about a cat...

[@derealized797]

@@guilhermev3545 sure there is, it's adorable when they hold onto their prey and kick it with their back legs. That's to disimbowel it. Or how their eyes dilate when stalking their target, because they're pygmy lions, and they hunt because they enjoy it not for necessity.

[@heli0centric]

@@derealized797 Animals acting like animals and not furry humans? Say it ain't so

[@taurieleveningstar2748]

Hello bird friend, I'm from Munich, Germany, and for more than 10 years I take care for about 25 nist boxes. I'd like, if I may, to give you an advice for your nist box design. The distance from the bottom to the lower edge of the entrance hole should be at minimum 17 cm, better 20 cm, so predators like cats cant reach down to the chicks, even when the nest is stuffed with nesting material. Also I fixed most of my boxes on long roof laths, minimum 2.5 m, so it's very difficult for cats to climb them. If you want to, you can provide the boxes, after the autumn cleaning, with dry hay or moss to get the birds a more comfortable place for the night. bye and good luck for your fluffy friends

[@monica2862]

Thank you 😊

[@avwel3827]

Awesome tips!!❤

[@lucreziam.1369]

Thanks so much! I was planning on building one, and your advice is really, really useful! If you have any other tips on this, that would be wonderful! Thanks a lot for your sharing!💙🐦

[@shershahdrimighdelih]

+++

[@lulwhat]

Nazi nein nein

[@stacyfrazierbauer8811]

You don't realize how frightening and big these predators are untill you see that on camera from their prospective .Poor little birds.

[@haneenasad]

Exactly :(

[@I_love_sparrows]

Atleast the bird wasnt hurt

[@dinodare1605]

I mean, people cope their way into thinking it's nature but housecats are literally invasive.

[@pumppupappi]

@@dinodare1605 you are free to think that

[@BloodwyrmWildheart]

@@pumppupappi And he's correct.

[@d-padqueen1103]

Great news, the bird came back to stay the night after the poop was cleaned out and the spikes were placed! Thank you for all you do, it's really made me smile - I haven't done that in a long time!

[@lokdawg5410]

Bird: “I though I seen a puddy cat.” Cat: (reaches inside with paws) Bird: “I did, I did!”

[@shycat5905]

Yes, a real Tweety moment.

[@hannahjohn2053]

Bird: "I Tawt I Taw a Puddy Tat." Cat: (reaches inside with paws) Bird: "I did, I did taw a Puddy Tat"

[@toddmiller5322]

Can't help but hear Tweety's voice when reading this.

[@Ben_Kimber]

Fee fi fo fat! I tawt I taw a puddy tat!

[@zye....]

What a cute sleepy fluffy birb I felt so bad and terrified when it was trapped and in panic there. Thank you for adding the spikes! :)

[@BirdBath1]

Hi sora

[@zye....]

@@BirdBath1 ahoy

[@BirdBath1]

@@zye.... look at my birds

[@zye....]

@Алексей Прокопенко true, I didn't consider the increased noise. Regarding the nest: interesting point. I guess unmated males and females or generally during winter non breeding periods maybe just seek out bird boxes to sleep securely, not just for hatching eggs

[@BirdBath1]

@@unknownstranger6558 look at my birds

[@edelweiss8168]

I was watching the Live cam with my daughter when suddenly the cat stuck his paw in. Shocked us! I was so afraid the cat might find a way in. He was so determined. Made a lot of noise on the roof. It was a good half hour before he gave up & the bird was able to fall back to sleep. Glad to see the outside of the bird box & realize there's no way for the cat to get in. 👍🥂

[@jimih8539]

Poor little bugger !!! Well done for putting the cat spikes on 👍

[@BirdBath1]

Oh

[@darrenfitzpatrick2543]

Who’s dad

[@unknownstranger6558]

Poor little cat, without dinner (but purpose for spikes is defending content with live of bird thought year)

[@BirdBath1]

@@darrenfitzpatrick2543 enjoy my birds

[@aak1992]

@@unknownstranger6558 cats aren’t poor, there’s plenty of mice for them to catch. And there are people who love to leave food out for strays.

[@thathandsomedevil0828]

That bird just had a: "HERE'S JOHNNY!!!” Moment.

[@BLOODKINGbro]

Knock knock!

[@paulmysliborski4832]

LMAO

[@p_eople6789]

All mice and no play makes Fluffy a very dull boy.

[@kristagrym]

😂😂😂😂

[@BlairAir]

This series is the best little nature drama ever. Another KZbin rabbit hole I never expected!

[@brookewestphall]

That poor bird. Thank you for trying to fix the situation

[@lilianddodo3865]

Thanks for giving these birds a chance to live safely in ever declining safe havens for birds. 💛

[@maxine1200]

😢 My heart was in my mouth for the poor little guy. The cat even frightened me and I wasn't even there 🤯

[@condorX2]

You're so innocent 🤗

[@BirdBath1]

Oh no

[@raingerdiesalot]

I feel so bad like- just huddled up in your home and something tries to snatch you out while you’re a sleep. 😢

[@maxine1200]

@@raingerdiesalot Mmm, and your point is.......... 😉

[@BirdBath1]

@@raingerdiesalot look at my bird bath

[@pamelabryant7390]

Omg!!! I was holding my breath the whole time. I’m so glad the little guy made it through the night. Here’s the good news do you have a new subscriber. Thank you please do stay safe and God bless you and yours.♥️🇺🇸🌹

[@BirdBath1]

Pamela

[@stevezurek7281]

cats trying to kill everting . In East Melbourne Australia there is a cat curfew in our suburb ( Knox council)no moggys after dark Great modification to the bird box mate 🇦🇺👍👍👍👍

[@picturemethis]

Thanks for the update. I’m glad the little one is unharmed. Hopefully she comes back.

[@franciscobanda3796]

Man we need more people like you. Thank for take care of the Nature . Good Bless you.

[@Claire-pp9vs]

Yyyayyyy thank you for making it safer for the next bird x x x me and the husband are so happy it’s safer, it’s surprising how attached you get to watching it 😁 x love from south wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 x

[@BirdBath1]

Have a smile with me

[@teapea85]

I cant wait to see more footage of them nesting, it absolutely fascinates me. Well done for bringing such brilliant content to KZbin

[@BirdBath1]

Am I too?

[@tonyafromgeorgia3519]

I love all animals, I wouldn’t want the spikes to hurt an animal, glad it won’t harm them, good deterrent for the birds. Poor little bird was frightened, so glad the kitty couldn’t get it!!

[@condorX2]

You're so innocent 😁

[@growurown207]

outdoor domesticated cats are not part of any ecosystem, they're an introduced menace and native songbirds deserve protection

[@honeydew1678]

@@growurown207 for sure, but without harming the cats.

[@bocaraca3814]

@@honeydew1678 no, cats KILL all the little animals that they can, they are not a natural part of the ecosystem. But we only empathize with them because are pets... cats simply shouldnt stay outside.

[@awkela3316]

The kitty left hungry

[@foxglovepearls]

I absolutely adore cats and have three indoor only cats. People just don’t understand how many birds cats kill! I’m relieved you put on those spikes! And let me just say…shame shame to any cat owner who lets their cat(s) outside unsupervised!

[@susanlynn5290]

Awe.. taking care of our birds with this upgraded box♥️

[@BirdBath1]

Had to

[@pennylane2304]

So interesting to see inside when the wall is removed. I am, and remain a constant fan. Thank you from Tasmania ❤️🇦🇺

[@lielastrong2026]

Oh my, the fear of that tiny bird…I can’t imagine.

[@Catenfur]

Good thing the bird kept calm and quiet. If it had made noises the cat might have stayed longer. Poor baby!

[@arcticwarbler9299]

How ingenious of you to come up with that solution!👍

[@Ale_giro]

SOOOOO CUTE!!! Sleeping bird was so cute! 😚

[@helenb17]

Well done. Looking forward to the spring activity!

[@jenng1770]

Those birds are so lucky to find it. Hope you build more for all the birds there.

[@peanut3741]

Glad the little birdie reclaimed its home!

[@sirpii]

Thanks for the update! And great to see the outside of the bird house!

[@khiledkhileddraw2109]

That's sooo scary My heart's with this bird.

[@barbnorton]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you helped our little friend out. 💕

[@basedloser42]

As a cat lover I just want to say: this is why you should keep your cats inside. Cats are an invasive species in 85% of the world. They are responsible for decimating the local fauna of any place they live. Our fluffy feline friends are apex predators with very limited predators above them on the food chain especially in urban environments. Unless you have a barn with a mouse problem you probably shouldn’t have unsupervised outdoor cats. You can leash train a cat or build a catio if you want your cats to have outdoor time which will help native bird populations recover. Thank you for coming to my ted talk.

[@allthumbs3792]

100% agree! Not only is keeping cats indoors important for birds/local fauna but any vet will tell you your cats will be safer, healthier and live longer indoors. My two cats are given plenty of inside stimulation and toys. But for windows, they have never known the outside, and they don't miss what they don't know! No cars, no diseases, no dogs, no poisoned rodents, no coyotes. I don't love the cat box but I do love and respect my cats.

[@Shaun137]

@K N Maybe that should also apply to humans as well as we are more destructive than cats will ever be.. . Also I am a cat lover, who fitted his cats with a stretch collar with a bell on it.

[@Tinyvalkyrie410]

@@Shaun137 cat bell collars only make a very minimal difference because cats are ambush predators. Depending on the style of hunting your cat prefers, you will be saving 50% of their prey at maximum, and as little as 2% at minimum. I’m glad you love your cats, but please keep them indoors. Outdoor cats live half as long as indoor cats, and are responsible for significant devastation of wildlife. Keeping them inside is good for cats and for other animals as well. Humans are destructive. Letting cats go outside is just one of the ways we prove that every day.

[@jatojo]

I agree that house cats can have an influence, locally, on the bird life. But using a nest box as an example in this context, is pretty absurd. A bird in a nest box is even more unnatural than having a cat outside.

[@Tinyvalkyrie410]

@@jatojo nest boxes are replacements for the trees that would be otherwise available. Nest boxes are not natural, but they are a way to mitigate replacing forests with houses, which is unnatural to begin with.

[@GJH-fb8ny]

*Amazing to capture something we would otherwise never have known or seen!*

[@balconiagarden]

I've only been watching this camera stream for a week or so but I'm already so fascinated by this little bird's life 🥰 I hope she comes back and makes her nest and that we get the joy of watching it all. Thanks so much for setting the camera up and looking after them 💚

[@ilener1698]

That kitty paw coming in through made me chuckle. You can tell that cat was thinking “what furry one is in here” but the cat was way off since his paw was positioned upside down never being able to get the bird at all. Clever to cover the box on the roof because there is no doubt the cat would return to try again and probably bring another feline friend as well. Cats are determined.

[@michellejones8561]

Wow the cat had climbed high to get at little birdie ❣️so glad no animal was injured ❣️

[@arashimam1578]

Love the ingenuity and the heart!!

[@kawaiiluvlis5805]

You're an amazing person. You care for the lovely birds.

[@nestboxcam-loughborough]

You are so kind

[@БулатБасыров-у2щ]

Котяра под конец, похоже свалился с высоты🤣🤣🤕А лазоревка оказалась мудрой - спокойно переждала стрессовую ситуацию 👍

[@Sables123]

Awe, love this. This is my first time watching your videos. I’m subscribed. Love my birds!

[@LadyVoldemort]

I'm an avid cat lover, but this time I'm rooting for the little fluffy birdie. I'm so sad to see them startled and scared. The paw was also still adorable though. This video made me laugh and anxious at the same time.

[@paulstraughair3771]

Cats are lovely but should be kept in. They cause far too much damage.

[@arstulex]

@@paulstraughair3771 Birds should be kept in. We should keep all forms of wildlife indoors so they can't eat or be eaten by other wildlife.

[@paulstraughair3771]

@@arstulex lol you are a very funny person. Although what you have said has no relevance to what I said. You know that right. I'm sure I don't have to explain this but I'm talking about domestic animals being controlled and not wildlife.

[@arstulex]

@@paulstraughair3771 I'm glad you notice that,

[@egnieto]

Thank you for sharing these lovely birds videos with us🥰 I would love if you could continue on this project and upload more videos!

[@NereaNereida]

Emocionada, en el alma, gracias gracias 💗💗 por estos maravillosos videos

[@o.oxoxoa]

It's full of sincerity. I was surprised by the brilliant idea with such a pretty heart. It's amazing!👍❤️

[@aberbader5331]

That bird is so cute 😊

[@skyrimsiceprincess9664]

You are AWESOME!!!

[@eddiek0507]

Good idea putting those pigeon spikes on the roof. It's best to get it done now, as nesting is not too far away. I think they should stop the cat, fingers crossed!! ...🤞👍🏻

[@sharrongray1837]

Hi there if only more people were like u the world world be a better place 💗

[@Sigridovski]

If you add hemp straw in the bottom, he will sleep so comfortably. It is the best bedding material. It is soft and anti-bacterial.

[@Stibly]

As a cat lover, thank you for protecting the little birdies.

[@Stibly]

@FaithG-tx2hw Yeah I don't like it when people let their cats outside when they know that their cats go out and attack random animals for sport. My cats do go outside but they aren't hunters at all (all females), they just lay outside in the sun, walk around the neighbourhood and then go inside lol.

[@Stibly]

@FaithG-tx2hw I do watch them lol. I wouldn't let them outside if I knew they were hurting animals. The most they do is the occasional insect in the house or garden. You can't assume everything from just a KZbin comment. Edit: You really think I have rare insects in my garden? Lmao. Again, I wouldn't let my cats outside if I would think they're hurting the environment and stuff. They don't hunt, they have no reason to, they entertain each other, and you don't even know what colour or breed they are. Not all cats are the same.

[@abqannie5052]

Can you imagine a giant cat paw coming into your tidy little home as you sleep?

[@shycat5905]

Yep, the equivalent would be someone trying to pry open your home's door as you slept inside alone.

[@GLRDesignsdotcom]

Poor little bird!!😧 So thankful it didn't end up on the dinner menu for that kitty!👍 Love your videos....Thank you for sharing!♥️

[@catherinegaskain6419]

That cat really wasn’t going to give up was it! Fantastic solution. Hopefully they will be back to nest in a few months.

[@inigoacha1166]

This video tested my anxiety. And also, as someone pointed out in the comments, nice box design i've never thought on that.

[@Chelleander]

So glad to see that the bird will be okay hopefully! Hopefully no more cats will come haha

[@juliasim2097]

I cant wait until next video! ^,^ Its just awesome to watch

[@lauralishes1]

I've always thought that hole is far to close to where chicks would be. Especially after nesting material goes in and raises it towards the hole even more.

[@nestboxcam-loughborough]

It’s at the recommended RSPB height - around 15cm. No predators have been successful at getting at any of the birds or chicks so far. We’ve had cats, blackbirds, magpies and woodpeckers try and fail

[@suineg1]

By the sound of it the fluffy rascal fell down to earth after trying too hard. 🤣

[@AbeTheRock]

This is me when I’m tryna get the last Pringle in the can

[@TheGoldenpk]

😂😂😂😂reeaalllyy just made me laugh!!!!

[@disgruntledunicorn007]

And this is a great example on why we have so many vulnerable species endangered. People and their free roaming cats. Thank goodness this time little bird had a safe shelter.

[@graphiteguy9028]

When that paw came through the hole I lost it. 🤣🤣🤣

[@ilovepinkroses5167]

Cute paw from cute kitty. Cute bird. Don't want both to get hurt, hope the spikes won't hurt the cat and that the birdie is safe. Go eat a mouse kitty cat!

[@heehaa3741]

What about the poor mouse 🐁 lol

[@briansilver6196]

Iv subscribed ,looking forward to watching this over the coming season, thanks for doing this

[@razorjean]

And I thought the bird beak last year was scary lol. Never thought the cat could get its paw through

[@Cindy-es4ob]

I was so scared the cat was going to grab her that I kept looking away but still trying to watch lol and then finally a sigh of relief came.

[@allthumbs3792]

LOVE this channel! I'm a cat lover and bird lover so I am glad you put the spikes on the box. My cats live indoors only.

[@aking3624]

The spikes are pretty bad azz!! 😃🐦 ❤your content!

[@poopyrose8180]

Keep your pet cats indoors

[@9sheri9]

What about stray and feral cats? 🤔

[@rainicascadia5514]

@@9sheri9 spay and neuter.

[@ЛараК-г6о]

​​​@@rainicascadia5514А сможешь поймать? Живу постоянно летом и часто зимой в дачном поселке. Мой дом и участок - в лесу. На моём участке с высоким забором тоже есть лес, сосны, берёзы. В России это нормально. У всех есть домашние кошки. Они необходимы, иначе мыши сожрут деревянный дом. Особенно зимовать эти грызуны пытаются проникнуть во все постройки, которые есть на участке. Есть сарай для инструментов, гостевой домик и дровник. Есть подвал для хранения продуктов. Мыши будут хозяйничать повсюду, если не истреблять их на участке. Никто в посёлке не держит кошек в доме. Также появляются одичавшие кошки, они плодятся сами по себе, не все выживают, особенно зимой. Морозы бывают до -25 С и снег лежит до метра. Не знаю, как, но часть кошек выживает. Я их вижу круглый год! Абсолютно дикие. Пыталась приручить маленькую кошечку, прикормила, схватила, занесла в дом, она сошла с ума, бросалась на стены и чуть не выбила окна... Опасные когти, нельзя брать в руки. Вокруг лес. Кошки кроме мышей, ловят и жрут птиц. Видела, поймала прямо на лету! Также большой дикий кот, породы "домашний", может легко задушить зайца. Есть желание попробовать такого поймать и отвезти к ветеринару, чтобы кастрировать? Даже если получится, для дикого кота в природе - это смерть. Заодно кастрируйте ещё лисиц, они ведь тоже ловят и едят птиц.

[@nealgrimes4382]

Most in the UK don't.

[@SinterBronze]

Interesting, smart and a nice build. I will build my own Nestbox too. I hope I am not to late, here are so much birds already here.

[@carvinieri5217]

1:30 this sound tells me clearly, the cat has reached ground level😁

[@PNWAffliction]

ehehe every cat owner recognizes that sound ehehe

[@saquist]

That's hilarious!

[@rachelhybrid632]

Well done 👍 thankyou so much it's a very exciting time 🌺

[@hanysekzou]

That's why my cats are indoors - I don't want them to get hurt, but I also don't want them to hurt other critters.

[@nealgrimes4382]

Not in the UK they aren't.

[@HardwareDealer]

@@nealgrimes4382 Original comment definitely said their cats, not all cats. But yeah, America also has a ton of people that let their cats outside. Awful awful burden to local songbirds :( I think cats are #1 cause of death for the lil dudes

[@nealgrimes4382]

@@HardwareDealer O.K i thought in U.S people mostly kept them indoors, so thanks for the clarification. It's people that are responsible for the decline in Songbirds also a simple but effective Bell on the collar works well, as i also wouldn't want the little Dudes to suffer.

[@Martyre20]

As much as I love cats, they can be outright goshdarn bastards at times! Good on you, for preserving the local population.

[@jdubs604]

Humans: That little paw is so cute 🥰 Bird: 😱😱😱

[@JM_Tushe]

Straight out of The War of The Worlds. 💀

[@Statsy10]

Don't you hate it when you have to reach up into a vending machine to fish out a stuck treat? 😂

[@CheatDayKerry]

Good update. Would be interesting to know more technical details about the camera.

[@SimsVlog]

Thanks for the update!!

[@nougat117]

Aaaw, the mother bird I had in my box died because of a cat doing the same thing, leaving 9 little birds behind... I hate when cats zre doing this. Glad you put cats spikes !

[@sheep1ewe]

Thanx for the tip! I will certanly mount those catspikes around the feeders pole.

[@НадеждаДмитриева-ы1з]

Спасибо вам за видео.👍

[@lionblau]

This cat paw is like from some horror movies. Good thing the bird didn't panic.

[@BirdBath1]

Stayed calm

[@seriousnorbo3838]

When you're trying to reach the last pringle:

[@pumukliworos8707]

Dear nestboxcam you are amazing person! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@nestboxcam-loughborough]

Wow, thank you!

[@MikhailOsipenkov]

Переживал за птичку, ещё бы музыку из триллера добавить))

[@kurdapyatamsi2197]

Oh my God stay still birdie! Yay you survived the adorable paw trying to snatch you up!

[@lovewillwinnn]

Thank you for doing this!! The vids....the cat deterrent. Bravo! 👏 🤩😍 🐦

[@nikkic0509]

I love your bird house. It’s very nice.

[@РоманБикунин]

👍👍👍Благо дарю, здорово🙏

[@mesaeddie]

Good job we have to protect our Feathered Friends.

[@vincentwaterson3480]

Jesus Christ I’ve never thought cats would reach into those. I would set traps. Lucky cats foot keychain :) Jkjk

[@penelopelopez8296]

Cool nesting box……very nice.

[@MadMax-kw7ln]

Thanks for the update, I was watching it live when it happened, my heart was in my mouth, sorry to the cat lovers but I'm not a fan. It took me ages to go to sleep, I kept thinking about her. Thank goodness the spikes are in there, it may freak the birds out initially but I pray fluffy returns 🙏

[@edelweiss8168]

I was watching, too! Really freaked me out. 😄

[@ahmetizmir1081]

Congratulations, beautiful design.

[@paulralph2336]

I use carpet gripper around my bird table, does the job well.

[@garyclifton2180]

Brilliant enjoyed watching this