The swallows, martins, and saw-wings, or Hirundinidae, are a family of passerine songbirds found around the world on all continents, including occasionally in Antarctica.

May 17, 2024 · From purple martins to barn swallows, find out how to spot and identify 8 types of the swallow bird family during summer.

There are eight species of swallows that regularly breed in North America: the bank swallow, barn swallow, cave swallow, cliff swallow, northern rough-winged swallow, purple martin, tree swallow, …

Jul 9, 2023 · Swallows are fast moving aerial insectivores that move quickly and catch prey on the fly. They have long wings and are characterized by their acrobatic movements.

Mar 24, 2023 · Swallows — members of the bird family Hirundinidae, which includes 86 species worldwide — are part of a broader category of birds called aerial insectivores, meaning they catch …

Handsome aerialists with deep-blue iridescent backs and clean white fronts, Tree Swallows are a familiar sight in summer fields and wetlands across northern North America. They chase after flying …

Mar 29, 2026 · These swallows exhibit striking blue-black upperparts and a white rump. They skillfully capture insects mid-flight and construct cup-shaped mud nests under eaves. Each year, they …

Mar 11, 2026 · Swallows occur worldwide except in the coldest regions and remotest islands. Temperate-zone species include long-distance migrants. The common swallow (Hirundo rustica) is …

Swallows are a common sight in Southern California, known for their graceful flight and insect-catching prowess. These small, agile birds play a vital role in controlling insect populations and are a joy to …

The swallows are probably the most acrobatic of all the passerines. These small but swift birds feed on insects that they catch on the wing in the air.