Barn Swallow
Hirundo rustica
Physical Characteristics
Size
5.9-7.5 inches
Wingspan
11.4-12.6 inches
Weight
0.6-0.7 oz
Plumage
Steely blue above, rusty throat and forehead, deeply forked tail
Distinctive Features
Steely blue above
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Open areas near water, farms, suburbs
🍽️ Diet
Flying insects caught on the wing
🦅 Behavior
Graceful aerial feeder, builds mud nests on buildings, colonial
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Long-distance migrant
🎵 Sounds
Twittering song, cheerful chattering
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Barn Swallows have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 5.9-7.5 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Barn Swallow sound like?
Barn Swallows make Twittering song, cheerful chattering. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Barn Swallows live?
Barn Swallows inhabit open areas near water, farms, suburbs. Long-distance migrant
What do Barn Swallows eat?
The diet of Barn Swallows consists primarily of flying insects caught on the wing. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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