Summer Beauty by BessieB
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Description
Now I know why I have been carrying my camera around with me! By sheer luck I was able to capture these magnificent baby birds in their nest. I am told they are House Martins, but I think they may be Swallows. I have made every attempt to find them by their distinguising yellow marks at the side of their beaks to no avail. Grateful for any help.
There are actually 4 babies and two parents that live in this nest which is in a dustbin shed on a large council housing estate. I took several photos but didn't want to disturb them, so they were quick shots but I am pleased with the outcome. The nest is a truly superb piece of art work and must have taken many pain staking hours to construct.
It was such joy to see them. So beautiful. A real feel good factor. They were all out flying when I arrived and slowly but surely entered the shed and settled. I know we can only see two but the four babies are definately in the nest as I saw them enter it. Such graceful in the air too. They were not concerned in the slightest by my presence. I will post a couple more captures over the next few days.
Thank you for viewing and comments.
Susan

Comments (11)
Wonderful shot! :)
ツバメですか? ツバメって家の軒先に巣を作るんですよね、ナイスショットです!!!!!
Cute image, and lovely "golden section" composition on the head too.
Oh, they are so lovely! Wonderful shot, my friend!
Wonderful capture!
So cute!! Lovely capture!!!
These are so well done. I love the peek-a-boo of the back chick. Excellent!
Beautiful pic and perfect composition!
Excellent work.. this is really a great shot.. Very well done, Sue !!! 5+ xx
If it's a barn swallow, their nests are usually high toward a ceiling and made basically of mud. We have them in our garage and they are quick. Great shot.
Thanks Stick, info much appreciated. Thank you all for your lovely comments.