Articles related to "Purple Martins"

One of the Swallows, the Purple Martin (Progne subis), heralds spring. This interesting bird is popular because of its nesting habits and conspicuous fall migration.

Swallows are a pleasure to watch, and they can dramatically reduce the number of flying insect pests. Far from being nuisances, swallows should become welcome visitors.

Homeowners spend hours outdoors, entertaining, working and playing. But they share their back yards with an uninvited guest - the mosquito.

Ample summer rains in many areas of the country is giving rise to large mosquito populations, making outdoor activities, especially at night, downright unpleasant.

A bird's nest is meant to be a safe place for eggs and young. Adult birds use location, camouflage, design, odor, deception, and renewal to ward off various threats.

Homeowners are always looking to host the perfect party. But they'll never achieve outdoor living nirvana without dealing with that always unwelcome guest - the mosquito.

The pugnacious Eastern Kingbird, though only 8" in length, displays great fury and agility in chasing any large bird that enters its nesting territory.