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Robin's Nest Halts Ford F-250 Delivery
30 May
Summary
- A new Ford F-250 delivery is delayed due to a robin's nest on its tire.
- Federal law protects the active robin's nest and its inhabitants.
- The truck's buyer is patiently waiting for the chicks to fledge.
A sold Ford F-250 at Olathe Ford Lincoln in Olathe, Kansas, cannot be delivered to its new owner due to a federally protected robin's nest. The nest was discovered on one of the truck's tires earlier this month, causing an unexpected halt in the sale.
Dealership employees observed the mother robin building the nest and later laying eggs. The U.S. Migratory Bird Treaty Act prohibits disturbing active nests, necessitating a waiting period. The truck's buyer has demonstrated remarkable patience, agreeing to postpone delivery until the robin chicks mature and leave the nest.
This situation highlights the dealership's commitment to respecting wildlife regulations. The staff is monitoring the nest's progress from a distance, expressing both excitement for the growing chicks and a touch of sadness at their eventual departure. The dealership has shared updates on social media, finding amusement in their role as temporary avian caretakers.
