morning all thanks for the info, yes there is a board inside, should I remove it? I do have a board that covers the wire's when not in use, only I had a bird go missing for around 5hrs so wanted to leave the trap open for its safe return but one bugger got out, so had to put all birds in a basket u...

No I didn't either, I'll have to find it on catch up I see there are several pairs around now on chicks !!
Where was it that the hen broke her own eggs ??

It has stayed mostly dry here today with just the odd, very light shower.

Evening all I hope it's been a good day

I always have one or two that manage that with two out of three of my traps, including the bought ETS one, infact that's the easiest one !! They only need to be able to get a foot hold and some will manage it. I don't worry too much now, the traps are shut off when the birds are in, it can be a bit ...

Looking good Devo The Slatey blue is my favourite, very nice.
Exciting times for you mate, I hope they settle in well.

Good to see Trev, what are you classing as latebreds as if this years we are still only in April The late breds were out of my Perth birds so would have hatched late July mate 👍 Thought you meant this years mate sorry Ahh I see 👍 No last year mate, sadly I think the hawk had one of them from your p...

Good to see the old loft going back up mate You'll soon have those birds settled and flying out again

Thunderstorms and heavy rain overnight, dull with full cloud cover this morning but dry and mild.

Good morning I hope all are well