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Kaelis N.
Slinger, WI, USA
Description
This nesting place belonged to a pair of House Finches last year, but this year when they attempted to nest there again, a pair of Mourning Doves pushed them out. Kind of an unusual place to put a nest, isn’t it?
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Mourning Dove/House Finch Nest
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Does anyone know if some birds can share nests? I think this could be a possibility because I’ve seen the House Finches go in it, but the Mourning Doves have an egg.
Hi, Birds of different species do not share nests, however, many species do use, or attempt to take over, the nest of another bird. The House Finch and Mourning Doves you’re seeing are likely competing for the same space, and will do so until one succeeds. You might be interested in placing a Mourning Dove nest cone, nearby to help reduce this competition. Keep an eye on the nest, and let us know how it turns out!