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By Jim Bywaters Rappahannock News Writer The Eastern Bluebird (Sialia sialis) is one of the most beautiful of our native songbirds. Their bright color and distinct song make them attractive addition to any landowner’s property. Bluebird habitat consists of mixed hardwood forests and grassland areas. Grasslands can be hay fields, pasture, road and utility right of ways, yards or any other open nest boxes. Within the next cavity you will find a small cup shaped nest of fine grasses. Normally, bluebirds raise two to three broods per year, often using the same nesting site each year. The female lays one egg per day for four to six days in the nest, and then incubates the pale blue eggs for 12 to 14 days. Soon after hatching, the youngsters sprout feathers. They have gray backs coupled with spotted white breasts and only a hint of blue
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