Swallow

Swallows are and flock in large numbers in September ready to fly to , south of the Sahara. In early April, they return to the often roosting communally in reed beds outside of the breeding season. Adult birds are similar in appearance although males have noticeably longer tail streamers. Swift and agile in , they are insectivorous, plucking insects from the air as they go. To rehydrate whilst flying they simply skim the surface of a .


Barn swallows feed their young up to 400 times a day.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/life/Barn_Swallow

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