Barn Swallow
Size: 5 3/4-7 3/4 inches
This bird migrates long distances from as far south as South America to make their nests in the Bay Area. The Barn Swallow has a distinguishing forked tail and catches insects while flying. Its cup-shaped mud nest can be found underneath the eaves of buildings.
Sounds: "pit-vik"
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