“The main reason people want to remove barn swallow nests is aesthetic,” Tidwell said. “Mud nests on the side of your house or structure, along with the bird droppings underneath, can be ...

If you've had barn swallows nesting on your house before, be sure to remove the nests as soon as they are vacant and put up mesh to prevent the birds from accessing that area again. While covering ...

Whether you love watching barn swallows up close or dread the mess they leave behind, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert encourages you to take preventative action before the ...