Should I delay building works?
have a smallish garden, about 25 feet long, with a blackbird nest on the back wall covered in ivy. There have been eggs in it for at least 10 days and no sign of anything hatching yet. Not 100% sure though as staying away. I uncovered it a little by mistake when tidying up the garden but have since left it alone. Mum and Dad still happily.coming and going.
I was due to have a pergola fitted to the back of the house this week and have delayed this because of the nest. My builder now wants to start work on 7th May. If they hatch successfully should I delay this date too? My builder has been very understanding so far.
I'm am massively invested in these birds . I've put cat deterrent strips on the walls and putting cut apples down for them. Any advice welcome. Thanks
Incubation is about 14 days, female will start brooding she has finished laying. Fledging about 19 days - can be less - so you might be fairly close to hatching - dad will get a lot busier very soon hopefully
Cin J