Tree Swallow Nest Box Report

 

There has been a lot of tree swallow activity during the last two weeks. 

I'm monitoring two nest boxes in a local park. Both had tree swallows flying around them, perching on the top, perching at the door, and peeking inside.

Sometimes several birds were checking out a nest box at the same time. There have been a few dust-ups. Click to enlarge.

A few days ago, I saw a tree swallow sitting inside one of the boxes looking out. That's the sign I look for to report to the park that the nest is occupied. I'm still waiting for it at the other box. We are off to a good start.

A sleek, shiny tree swallow in a tree near a not-yet-occupied nest box.