These Oak Titmouse chicks are in a backyard bird box in Santa Rosa. Maybe you’ve noticed them in your backyard too. Their parents go in and out of the nest box throughout the day as they hunt for insects to give to their young.
Tune into KRCB.org (104.9 FM Sonoma County) to listen for the current segment. Ear to the Wild is a short interstitial segment aired somewhat randomly throughout the day between other programs. They use shorts and postcards to fill airtime during breaks from Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Also during their music programing, as needed. Greta Mart tends to air them during her show around 4:47 or 5:47.
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Check out these links for more information about Oak Titmouse chicks:
Santa Rosa Southeast Greenway: The species is in decline throughout their range, mainly due to the loss of oak forest habitat, including nest cavities in trees.
Beth Anne Matthews: Video - Bluebirds Attack Oak Titmice in Nestbox Challenge
Sonoma Birdwatching Spots: Information about the Oak Titmouse