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They´re coming! (1 Viewer)
- Thread starter Motmot
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In wesern Sahara during the last week of December, there was a constant trickle of Swallows heading north across the desert, plus a small movement of Northern and Black-eared Wheatears. Also saw one Great spotted Cuckoo, but this was as likely a winterer as a northbound migrant
gareth2005
Well-known member
Cant wait to see the first Swallows!
BirdAdvocate
Well-known member
I'm so glad you're all getting some activity. 
John Butler
Registered Member
House Martins and Barn Swallows have been streaming in to the Doñana region for the last two weeks or so, but yesterday I saw the first two Sand Martins and three Red-rumped Swallows.
The trouble is that it has been hissing down with rain for the last two days (today also) and they do not look very happy.
The trouble is that it has been hissing down with rain for the last two days (today also) and they do not look very happy.
Black Wheatear
Bowed but not broken, yet!
John Butler said:
Good news John. Had my first Barn Swallow 1st Feb. I will be looking out for Red-rumped, I must admit to having a 'big' soft spot for this particular swallow. Keep us informed.
Kevin Wade
Well-known member
I have too, BW. We have at least three pairs nesting close to our house most years. They really are special birds.
Black Wheatear
Bowed but not broken, yet!
Trapicheman said:
Not just the flight and general appearance, but what a song!! Did you get the posting from SEO Malaga Kevin? Antonio Cortes had House Martins back at a colony near him in Malaga on 2nd February!!!!
Peter
www.spanishbirds.com
Upland Birder
Birding On The Edge
I am looking forward to the House Martins return to where I live. They are on their way and making their return journey home. They will need to rebuild their nest under the eaves of the house as the bottom has fallen out in the recent stormy weather. This has happened before but they are quick to rebuild on their return.
The water and mud in the field at the back of my house is waiting for them.
It will also be good to see the Swallows and Swifts again soon.
Dean
Cheadle Birder.
The water and mud in the field at the back of my house is waiting for them.
It will also be good to see the Swallows and Swifts again soon.
Dean
Cheadle Birder.
ChinaBirds
Nick Sismey
gareth2005 said:
Gareth,
Have been lucky enough to see my first Swallow of the year on Hainan Island in January
Cheers
Nick
