Do BLackbirds make more than one nest then choose later?:

I know that some birds do, and I can see 2 constructions from my bedroom window, but not seen them at it at the same time. Having said that, THere are at least 2 Males & females around here so it's just as likely that they are individual nests.

One of the nests is in the Ivy on my fence (which I was about to cut well back!!). You may remember that a nest was built last year ( http://www.thamesvalleybirds.co.uk/b...e-nesting.html ) but abandoned (I think after a cat got on top of the fence and the birds choose discretion over valour :) )

Nope, don't think they do that, although I believe they use old nests., nice to know you've potentially got two pairs though.:)

I know I asked the question, but to be honest I think that it's 2 pairs, it's just that they are so close together...... but then, although there is obviously enough food around here, the nesting opportunities are limited :) Still, they are both viewable from my bedroon window, so I should witness quite a few comings and goings, and should be able to lighten their load (food-wise). I've already pulled up some suitable lengths of dried grass and put them where they are looking, along with some food.