My Boy Blue

This blue boy showed up yesterday, and he is not our usual male bluebird.  I  believe he might be a young male since his breast seems to retain a few spots like a young bird.

He was very curious about the nest box and hung onto it at an odd angle.

He looked around and peeked inside several times. He even looked above the door!

Could this be one of my past babies?  He wasn't telling, even though he seemed like he had something to say with that open beak!

Just for proof that he was able to shut his mouth (but chose not to):  

For comparison, the below picture is our resident male bluebird.  He and the missus showed up at dusk.

Space is at a premium in the robin nest.  The babies are jostling for room and stretching their wings. They won't be in the nest much longer!

Finally, a random outdoor photo of the day:

Spiders are creepy, but their webs are amazing.