Robin nesting in motorbike forces man to take bus

A robin nesting in the chassis of a motorbike
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Olly Brock found the robin and her brood nesting in his motorbike

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A robin has become a surprise internet star after nesting behind a motorcyclist's headlights in Guernsey.

Architect Olly Brock said he was so excited by the nest he set up his webcam to share the progress of the robin and her eggs.

Mr Brock, from Vale, swapped his Kawasaki Versys for walking to work or taking the bus so as not disturb the tiny bird and her brood.

He said he discovered the nest after going to use his bike one morning and finding the robin staring back at him.

"It had an impertinent look on its face - it was hilarious," he said.

Mr Brock said his wife suggested setting up a webcam after discovering it was illegal to disturb a nest with eggs.

He said the live stream, external has had visitors from as far afield as the United States and Canada.

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Mr Brock swapped his Kawasaki Versys for walking to work and taking the bus

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