Bird Watching: House wrens have selected our balcony, 1 by VA_Wild_Rose

VA_Wild_Rose wrote:
Hello...

My hubby and I live in a third floor apartment, and my "garden" consists of an 8x12 enclosed balcony facing the woods. It's very quiet and secluded and we have hummingbirds every year. This morning, we have noticed that a house wren pair have selected our balcony to build their nest. As a matter of fact, she is building it in a planter right by the sliding door!

I don't really mind this, but I will have to be on the balcony at least once each day to water, etc. My question is... will they tolerate our presence, though limited, and continue to build, or should we stop them now, before they get further in their building project?

Thanks in advance for your input and advice. Have a great evening!

Karen