For the third straight year (4 out of the past 5), the Coopers are back in the yard getting the nest prepared for
another breeding season. It's interesting to watch them work on the nest. Instead of using all of the available tree
branches on the ground, they break the branches off the trees. They hop around from tree to tree testing the branches
for the right size and feel (I guess). If their not adding to the nest they'll hang around for most of the day. Meals in
the yard are a daily ritual. Unlike my kids, they don't leave any messes behind.

Bob

Hilliard, OH

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