Tag Archives: Barn swallow

Swallowtailgating

Posted on August 5, 2016 by parkpathwalker

As in previous years, several pairs of Barn swallows (Hirundo rustica) have been nesting under the eaves of some of the park maintenance buildings. This brood looked just about ready to fledge but still wanted to be fed.

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Bird’s nest troupe

Posted on June 27, 2014 by parkpathwalker

A few days ago, the barn swallow chicks were still in the nest. Looking more like their parents at this point, at least four were jammed into their ever shrinking hideaway. Today, though, nobody was home.

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Easy to swallow

Posted on June 19, 2014 by parkpathwalker

Tucked under a corner eave of one of the park maintenance buildings, a couple of beaklets open wide for their afternoon treats. As is typical for many in NJ, these Barn swallows (Hirundo rustica) have limited real estate and are … Continue reading →

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