California is home
to both the western and mountain bluebirds. Both
species had benefited in parts of their ranges by
active bluebird trails established to support their
population.
Male western bluebird
The western
bluebird can be found throughout California. Red =
summer range, Green = year-around, Blue = winter
range
Male mountain bluebird
The mountain
bluebird can be found throughout the state of
California in appropriate habitat.
Red = summer range, Green = year-around, Blue =
winter range
In
The Backyard:
Bluebirds can be attracted to peanut butter mixes,
suet and fruit. Raisins soaked in hot water to
soften them are well received. The bluebird's
special favorite is mealworms.
Nesting:
In California nesting can commence early spring and
can continue well into the summer. Two and
sometimes three broods may be produced. Watch for
house sparrows trying to use the next box and
immediately remove any house sparrow nesting
material.
Visit the main
Birdzilla.com
Web site
for information nest boxes and management, bluebird
trails, range maps and much more on these popular
birds. The Sam's
Guide to Bluebirds
CD-ROM and DVD provides complete information on
bluebird trails, boxes, care and feeding and a
whole lot more.
