…lonesome no more!! (Remember George Gobel–from the 1950’s?? If I remember correctly, he was referred to as “Lonesome George.”)

I  have a bird I named “Lonesome George.” I think he is a House Sparrow. For about two months, he has spent most of his time on the roof of the Bluebird house. He has a loud noisy voice and he is chirping constantly. Because he was “camped” on the Bluebird house, I thought he had a spouse and babies inside. Finally, I dragged the ladder over… and opened the door. No wife, no babies. The nest had been occupied; I could see droppings. So I speculated that a predator somehow got into the nest and devoured the babies (and Mama?).

I’ve been sympathetic for Lonesome George. He was grieving for his family? (Maybe birds have feelings.) Then it occurred to me that he might be saying “I’m looking for a wife; I have a fine high-rise apartment. There’s a smorgusbord of food at my doorstep.” Whatever his message, he was persistent!!

On June 7th, I saw a female at the Bluebird house with him. No more loud chirping!!

Reviewing my pictures (so they are in chronological order), I found this (the first documentation) and it appears that the House Sparrow has a companion. Did they have babies in the nest and a predator broke up the family?? (Click on each picture to enlarge, for better viewing.)

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Up-to-date pictures… with pictures of the offspring at a later date.

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Hours and hours of time are spent researching topics on the Internet. What a wonderful educational tool!! I’m curious about the birds that visit my yard. ~~ Do birds have emotions? Do they spread the word that an old lady serves up a feast at her house?