Barn Swallow

We saw a lot of Barn Swallow (Tsubameツバメ) nests near the Gaomei Wetland when we were observing Barn Swallows with local school pupils.

Most of the nests were a lot larger than the ones I'd see in Japan and look at this one!
ABSOLUTELY ENORMOUS !!

The local residents with the nests were very friendly towards swallows and towards us:)
Lots of them put a box or a wooden panel underneath the nests and I had the impression that they welcomed the swallows. The pupils gave them a sticker, which one of the residents stuck on their sign outside as soon as it was given.

I wish there were more people like them, who are happy to share their lives with other creatures.