This morning two healthy-looking juveniles were flying to and from the
single nest site; the third was not seen, but could easily have been
around. This is once again Ohio's only reported nest of this species.
        No adults seen, and no sign of any progress on a second nest. It will
soon be time for the birds to leave. I couldn't help wondering if the
pair that couldn't build a nest might hang around and use the complete
one for a late clutch--they could be done by September--but I suspect
that is way out of whack with the normal schedule. Will they return next
year? Will they once again flunk the nest-building test?
Stay tuned.
Bill Whan
Columbus

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