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The barn swallow (Hirundo rustica) is the most widespread species of swallow in the world, occurring on all continents, with vagrants reported even in Antarctica. It appears to have the largest natural distribution of any of the world's passerines, ranging over 251 million square kilometres globally.
Glistening cobalt blue above and tawny below, Barn Swallows dart gracefully over fields, barnyards, and open water in search of flying insect prey. Look for the long, deeply forked tail that streams out behind this agile flyer and sets it apart from all other North American swallows.
Glistening cobalt blue above and tawny below, Barn Swallows dart gracefully over fields, barnyards, and open water in search of flying insect prey. Look for the long, deeply forked tail that streams out behind this agile flyer and sets it apart from all other North American swallows.
A fairly large, colorful swallow. Usually easy to identify with its long, forked tail and dark rump. Iridescent navy-blue above with a rich orange throat and forehead. Underparts vary across range, from bright buffy-orange to whitish. Occurs in any open habitat, especially large fields and wetlands.
Learn about the Barn Swallow, a widespread and common swallow species that nests in barns and other structures. Find out about its description, behavior, reproduction, and human interaction.
Learn about the Barn Swallow, a common swallow-like bird that nests in manmade structures and feeds on insects. Find out its range, identification, behavior, habitat, and conservation status.
Learn about the Barn swallow, the most widespread species of swallow in the world, with blue upperparts and a long, deeply forked tail. Find out its distribution, lifestyle, diet, mating habits, and more on Animalia.bio.
