Swallow's nest
To build their nests, barn swallows choose places protected from rain, drafts, and storms. Swallows usually form entire settlements.
They make their nests from muddy soil, which they collect in crumbs, and then cover it with saliva, after which they are carefully glued to the wall. Fine pieces of grass and hair are also used in the construction. The inside of the nest is covered with soft materials such as feathers, soft grass, and hair.
A pair of swallows evenly participate in the construction of a hemispherical nest. Construction usually takes about two weeks. The nests are well built and often last for several generations. After each egg-laying, they clean the inside and bring in new soft materials.
Today, I'll share with you a few photos of a nest with two chicks. Since swallows start nesting in the spring, this is probably the second brood. Young mostly leave the nest around three weeks after hatching and these look like they are about to leave the nest soon.
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