Indian Robin, The Nesting

The nesting season of Indian robin is generally between March to June. It build it's nest under rock, earthen bank, tree holes , stone or brick wall of dwelling houses.The nest is built with rootlets, grass and softer materials. It lays 3 to 4 creamy white eggs blotched with brown color.Incubation is done for about 15 days by female only.Fledging takes place in around 10 days.The above picture is taken in the bank of river Mahanadi.It is built in a small hole in the earthen bank.I waited for hours to take this picture.You can watch the chicks behind the female who is trying to hide them.