The season seems to be amping up already. On 2 separate occasions, another bird or two would arrive to much singing and over all fuss and commotion. I counted a dozen easily. Of course, there is no way to know if those are my birds or others visiting from surrounding colonies, but there seemed to be birds singing about the gourd racks for much of the day.

Early in the season, after 11 am or so, the birds leave and it would be relatively quiet for much of the day. Today however, there seemed to be birds chortling and going in and out in a most robust manner.

The weather was sunny and pleasant. Flies were all over the back patio so I am sure food was abundant for the martins as my fly swatter was busy taking care of the low flying bugs.

I hope all your houses are up and ready!

Tags: Purple martins

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