Common House Martin

Delichon urbicum

The Common House Martin is a small passerine bird known for its distinctive white underparts and blue-black upperparts. It is a migratory species that breeds in Europe and western Asia, often nesting under the eaves of buildings. These agile birds feed on a variety of flying insects, catching them in mid-air with their wide gape. They are highly social and often form large flocks during migration. The Common House Martin is known for its remarkable aerial acrobatics, performing intricate flight patterns as it hunts for insects. Despite facing threats such as habitat loss and climate change, the species maintains a stable population and is not currently considered at risk.

Habitat: Urban and rural areas