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Q: Every day, a cardinal (or a robin, a tufted titmouse, etc.) spends hours pecking at the same window of my house, and I can't get it to stop. I'm afraid the bird is going to hurt itself. What can I do?

A: Birds are pretty, but they're clearly not the smartest of God's creatures. The term "bird brain" describes a knucklehead for a good reason. What you are witnessing is a result of their natural territorial instincts. The pesky bird perceives the reflection as an invader to nesting territory and a competitor for a mate, and this is an attempt to drive the competitor away.

Such behavior isn't limited to robins and cardinals. Last month, in Panama, we watched a rufous-capped warbler repeatedly peck at the rearview mirror of our tour bus. My advice doesn't provide immediate satisfaction, but it's the best I can do. Close the blinds or curtains and be patient. The bird will eventually tire of its fruitless battle and move on.

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Originally posted by wtg:

We need a pic or it didn't happen.