Nesting in the Chimenea

by Clay S
(Maumelle, AR)

The Potter's House

My Wife and I moved into an apartment while we are having a new home built, we have had bird feeders before, but are not avid birders.

We have a small chimenea on a 4 foot stand on our patio, several weeks ago I noticed that it had been filled with straw, but never saw signs of the bird.

Last week my wife was sitting out and received a strong lecture from the resident wren, who perched on the rail.

The last couple of days, we have seen 2 wrens feeding, and looking very perplexed at us, but I still was uncertain if the nest was being used.

Tonight, When I noticed a piece of the straw was poking out, I reached to remove it and was met face to face with a wren, flying like a bat out of hell from the mouth of the chimenea.

Hopefully, our frightening close encounter will not cause them to move. Maybe the poor real estate market will force them to stay around. If so I will keep you posted