The eastern bluebird is a common sight in New York and it is the State’s bird. They feed by dropping to the ground onto insects or, mostly insects and berries. Feeds on a wide variety of insects, including crickets, grasshoppers, beetles, and many others; also spiders, earthworms, snails, rarely small lizards or tree frogs. Also eats many berries, especially in winter.
A high percentage of Eastern Bluebirds in North America today nest in birdhouses put up especially for them along "bluebird trails.” Bluebirds are loyal and very dedicated to their families, both parents take care of and feed their young.
This carving is made with one piece of tupelo, the feathers are mostly carved in. Delicately mounted on a branch it is captured in a resting state. This creation took 24 hours to make and it was done in March 2016.
