If you recall correctly, you'll remember that I said (info from a book) that
if the female didn't like the house, the male pileated was back to square
one.
Well, a female came and I was so excited about having a family of these
gorgeous birds so close by. She stayed for about a week. Then they
both disappeared. They didn't (or maybe just he) didn't go far. Just across
the street, 2 trees up. Of course I can't see him as well there. And the
female not at all--if she is even there. But the first house was definitely
rejected.
If I could speak in his behalf, I would! The first house was a fine one--
with food nearby and he worked on it during the spring that felt like
winter--taking only 2-3 breaks a day for food and water. He was a
most dedicated bird. I think the female was just too picky!
Kate Thorn
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