Male blackbirds intent on protecting turf

There's a predator lurking in Chicago-area bushes these days. He strikes from behind, when victims are least aware. And the worst part, says ornithologist Doug Stotz: He could be almost anywhere.

Nesting season is in full swing for the red-winged blackbird, making the males extremely aggressive. Walk or bike too close to one's nest and expect to hear its high, menacing squawk overhead. Then comes the peck-peck-peck on your head, victims say, or claws rustling your hair.

"Something just came down, pecked me in the head, took my hair and started flying away," she said. "It's so bizarre. It's this little bird."
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/chi-bird-attack_21jun21,0,6011253.story

I have heard of this happening before and it always cracks me up.I wish there was a video for this story.
Birdy!!