Tree Swallows

I never seem to have the correct camera with me when these moments happen. A pair of Tree Swallows have been busy with nestbuilding in this box and I happened to see them perched atop the box the other day. I expect that soon, there will be eggs.

Here is a look inside the Tree Swallow nest box.. Tree Swallows also use grasses to craft their nest, and then they go in search of feathers to line the nest. There are more feathers inside the cup of this nest and I suspect they will add more before eggs are laid. Tree Swallows defend their nests more aggressively than the Eastern Bluebirds, so if you happen to be walking too close to the box, do not surprised if you are dive-bombed by a Tree Swallow. You may hear them chattering and snapping their bills, but they will not harm you. Best to keep your distance so they can successfully fledge young.