Swallows & Martins in United Kingdom
3 species matching this filter.
Ranges from the Sand Martin (12cm) to the Barn Swallow (19cm)
Barn Swallow
Hirundo rusticaLC
A beloved summer visitor breeding in barns and outbuildings across the countryside. Arrives from March and gathers on wires before autumn departure.
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House Martin
Delichon urbicumLC
A common summer breeder nesting under eaves in towns and villages. Arrives from March and gathers in large flocks before departing south by autumn.
Mar–Nov
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Sand Martin
Riparia ripariaLC
A common summer breeder nesting colonially in sandy riverbanks and quarry faces. Often the first hirundine to arrive in spring, from March onwards.
Mar–Oct
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