StatusNative
RarityCommon
Height12 cm
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Did You Know?
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"A single Fairy Martin nest can be built from over 1, individual mud pellets, all carried in the bird’s tiny bill."
Field Guide
Fairy Martin
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The Fairy Martin is a small, sociable swallow that enlivens Australia’s open country and waterways with its agile flight and unique mud nests. About the length of a large leaf, this aerial insectivore is best known for building clustered, bottle-shaped mud nests in colonies under bridges, culverts, and cliffs. Its rufous-brown cap, glossy blue-black back, and bright white rump make it a striking sight despite its tiny size.
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