When Birds Attack
We’ve lived in our home about 9 years now, and during that time we’ve landscaped our yard in a way that attracts butterflies and birds. We’ve got about four active nests right now, and the fledglings that I mentioned in the last post are still around.
Tonight I was spraying the roses and a catbird landed on the fence nearby. I’ve noticed that he’s been around the patio eating the cherries from a tree at the edge. He’s a noisy bird and has been around all spring.
Now I know why.
He started calling from the fence, and looking me over. I started talking to him because he was so close – and I felt that it was the polite thing to do.
Next thing I know he’s tearing and pecking at my head. I was so surprised that I started laughing, but beat a hasty retreat from the area.
I respect a parent protecting his nest, especially one willing to take on something much, much bigger than him. When I got into fights years ago I only fought bigger guys. I hated being bullied, and learned over time that the best way to handle one was to attack him the way that bird attacked me tonight.
The results differed though. I usually got stomped, but beating up a wiry 120lb kid didn’t do the bully’s rep much good and standing up for myself scored points with the girlfriend.
So I’ll steer clear of that area of the yard for the next few days.
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