Facts of the Month – May 

What do you know about

Swallows & Martins?

If you would like to hear the bird's call, hover over a bird and 'left click' and select 'play' (on the RSPB website).

This is a House Martin. Look at his black cap and white body!	House Martins make nests out of mud and stick them onto your wall, under the roof, where it is sheltered. They make a small hole for the entrance.
This is a Swallow. Look at his red face!	Swallows often build their nest inside a barn on a ledge or wooden beam. It is an open topped nest.
This is a sand Martin. They are a light brown, sandy colour with a white tummy.	Sand Martins usually make their nest in a hole in the sandy cliff 'face'.
The swift is a sooty brown, that looks black against the sky as they swoop and screech!	Swifts are known for sleeping on the 'wing' (while flying). Their nests are made of twigs and mud and are small and untidy. They are sometimes made inside a chimney.