Barn Swallow Nest in Artificial Shelter Box

Barn Swallow Nest in Artificial Shelter Box

Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 10:46:14 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands

This intimate wildlife photograph captures a barn swallow's nest meticulously built from mud pellets, attached to the upper corner of what appears to be a cardboard or wooden nesting box. The nest shows the characteristic cup shape with an entrance hole, demonstrating the bird's remarkable construction abilities. The shelter box is mounted near a window or structure, providing protection for the nesting site. The warm tones of the cardboard interior contrast with the gray-brown mud of the nest, while natural light illuminates the scene from the right side.

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