May 22 2014
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Refreshed Hummingbird feeders
Gray Fox is being harrassed by a Black-crested Titmouse because Fox is in its bird seed feeding area.
Caretakers note: The new feeding station for the Fox has been moved across the road to avoid conflict with birds and Rock Squirrels. The Rock Squirrels squeek very loudly when Fox is nearby and hurry for cover under the porch.
Caretakers report:
Fox may have a den under the Tuff Shed, but it is not known for sure.
At 3 o'clock the Rock Squirrel families were playing in the yard and we thought it may be dangerous because Fox had come out at 4 o'clock yesterday. A can of pet food was opened and placed on a metal plate across the driveway where it could still be seen. In ten minutes she was at the plate at 3:10 pm. This was early for her to come out.
Perhaps the wind was blowing the food scent in her direction. 3 o'clock is earlier than it has been seen before. Fox is generally nocturnal, but has been coming in to the birdseed earlier and earlier as the demands of her kits seem to increase. Whatever, the plan worked. Fox got fed and did not frighten the Rock Squirrels to get to her snacks. The Squirrels make the most fearful SQUEEK!!!! when they see the Fox. They did not say anything today.
We need to set up turf for different animals.
We will arrange stones to make hide-outs for the Rock Squirrels. These will also be good places for the Squirrels to use as a look out post.
Posted in Census, Food, 2014 Journal
