Bird nests stop Montecito tree removal – for now MONTECITO, Calif. - Upset passersby and some rethinking by a tree trimming company have changed the timeline for the removal of a tall eucalyptus tree on Channel Drive in Montecito. Earlier this week, the project was underway with the Montecito Tree Care company crews carving off branches on the tree when concerned residents said nesting birds were "frantic." Many phone calls were made to wildlife experts and eventually the project was stopped. The Montecito Tree Care company said it will wait until the nesting season is over. It is unknown if the nests are active. Company officials said they had been in touch with the department of Fish and Wildlife.