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shaffer.biz/ Andrzej Dyrcz Department of Avian Ecology, Wroclaw University, Sienkiewicza 21, 50-335 Wroclaw, Poland. E-mail: dyrcz@biol.uni.wroc.pl Key words: Tachycineta albilinea, Myozetetes cayanensis, Myozetetes similis, Mangrove Swallow, nesting. In March–May 1999, I conducted observations on breeding ecology of Rusty-margined (Myozetetes cayanensis) and Social (M. similis) flycatchers along the coast of the Barro Colorado Island located on […]

When migrating swallows turned her house and barn into a home from home, Vivien Reynolds thought she had hit upon the ideal deterrent.

She placed a model of a giant eagle owl high up in the barn, hoping the plastic predator’s golden eyes and sharp talons would scare off the birds.
Read more about Fake 'bird-scaring' owl becomes home for family of swallows …

The Leader Newspapers, NJ
by john on Wednesday, J
By Susan C. Moeller- Senior Reporter
Mosquitoes beware. The tree swallow population is growing in the Meadowlands, and the little birds consume copious amounts of insects.
Read more about Tree swallows on the rise in local area (Score: ) …

CBC New Brunswick, Canada – Jul 27, 2014

Last Updated: Friday, July 27, 2014 | 9:15 AM AT
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A new survey of birds in the Maritimes is already showing some disturbing results, as biologists are finding some species appear to be in decline.

Researchers are only a year and a half into the five-year research period for the Maritime breeding bird atlas, which measures the abundance of breeding birds in the region.
Read more about Swallow, bobolink numbers down in N.B. …

outdoorcentral.com Barn swallows and Cliff swallows build mud nests on man-made structures, but their insect-eating abilities make them a welcome summer visitor. ****** Colorado is fortunate to be the summer home for many species of migratory birds, including several species of swallows, notably the barn swallow and cliff swallow. These small, industrious birds are chiefly […]

.ia.nrcs.usda.gov Objective: To make students aware of swallows nesting at their school, teach them about the process of monitoring bird nests, and learn about bird behaviors. Materials: Sample Map of Swallow Census at the Palomarin Field Station Map of census area (your school) Clipboard Pens, pencils Duration: Background: Each year, Barn Swallows (BARS), Cliff Swallows […]

commercialappeal.com (subscription), TN – Jun 28, 2014

By Van Harris
Special to The Commercial Appeal
June 29, 2014
I have noticed a lot of discussion on the Internet and with people I meet regarding recent news from the National Audubon Society about changes in North American bird populations during the past 40 years.
Read more about Bird species revert to the mean after European boost …

msnucleus.org By late January, Tree Swallows begin arriving in Central Park to find a place to nest and raise their young.  Tree Swallows search out old trees and snags with woodpecker holes near open marshes, lakes and streams to build their nests.  They will also use nest boxes as a place to raise their young. […]

nps.gov
One of the most significant bird species in North America uses Carlsbad Cavern as a summer nesting home. The cave swallow, a close relative of the cliff swallow, can be seen from early February to late October (sometimes even November) nesting just inside the entrance to Carlsbad Cavern. The swallows provide entertainment for visitors by chattering, swooping, and making spectacular dives into and around the mouth of the cave.
Read more about Cave Swallows …

San Francisco Gate 7/1/2014 Susan Lyte King, Special to The Chronicle Saturday, July 1, 2014 was an odd child with a fascination for birds. My most fervent wish was to have a Bird Nest Museum to display the nests I carefully collected from neighbors’ rooftops, treetops, public buildings, telephone poles and other perilous venues. My […]