Cave Swallow

AppearanceSmall 5.5″ long bird with, narrow body, pointed wings, tail with notch, and short bill. Dark gray/brown above and pale below, black strip on head, chestnut rump, forehead, and cheeks, and the pale chestnut throat. 


DietInsects.
Feeder FoodUnlikely to visit a feeder.
HabitatGrasslands near water.
NestingPrefers to nest in cave entrances but will also use bridges and culverts. Nest made from mud and bat guano (excrements from seabirds & bats). 1-2 broods/season, 1-5 eggs/brood, eggs are .85″ long and white with dark spots, incubation is from 15-18 days.

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