A slightly different Cape Chatter this time around. We follow the nesting stages of a couple of stunning native bees (Megachile) which have finally taken to my ‘bee hotel’ in the garden. While sceptical at first, they do work! More sobering is the state of the current Hooded Plover breeding season on the nearby beaches. I have provided some data that gives you an idea of the challenges they face in trying to successfully produce a fledged (flying) juvenile. Sometimes they get very close to success only to be undone at the home turn. They are tough, resilient birds who keep on giving on in the face of adversity.
Cape Chatter 
Wow David,
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div>Your Megachi
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Thanks Robyn – they are still at it!
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Thanks David – I am greatly in awe of your knowledge, patience and skills – amply demonstrated in the wonderful article on the bee hotel Megachile. It has helped me to realise what might have ‘blocked’ the holes in mine 🙂
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Thank you Cheryl. The little busy bees are still going today … fun to watch!
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Great work again Harts .. lovely tale of the bees.. Noys
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Thanks Noys – how are you travelling?
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agoin fine .. will call later in the week ..
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