Cliff Swallows Building Mud Nests Under Eaves

Cliff Swallows Building Mud Nests Under Eaves

Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at 10:46:33 PM · 2026/Yolo Bypass Wetlands

This wildlife photograph captures cliff swallows engaged in nest-building behavior under the eaves of a structure. Multiple mud nests in various stages of construction are attached to the underside of the roof, with birds visible both at rest on the nests and in flight. The image shows one swallow with wings spread approaching the nests, displaying the characteristic behavior of these colonial nesters. The wooden beams and metal posts of the structure provide the substrate for the mud constructions, creating an interesting intersection of natural and human-made environments.

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