Delichon Urbicum Collection

House Martin (Delichon urbica) Spain, April

Riparia riparia, Hirundo rustica, Delichon urbica
Plate 36 from Archibald Thorburns second edtition of British Birds, Vol. 1 (1925)

Eggs of European birds, lithograph, published in 1897
Eggs of European birds: 1) Kingfisher; 2) Bee-eater; 3) Black woodpecker; 4) Lesser spotted woodpecker; 5) Roller; 6) Eagle-owl; 7) Long-eared owl; 8) Scops owl; 9) Pygmy owl; 10) Tawny owl; 11

House martins (Delichon urbicum) perched in a row on wire, with another in flight, Extremadura, Spain, April 2009

House martin (Delichon urbicum) and a Swallow (Hirundo rustica) collecting mud to build nests, Neretva river delta, Dalmatia region, Croatia, May 2009

Flying Common House Martin, Delichon urbicum

Group mud collecting Common House Martins (Delichon urbicum) in flight, Delichon urbicum, Greece

Common House Martin flying in front of an old barn, Delichon urbicum, Netherlands

Mud collecting Common House Martin (Delichon urbicum), Delichon urbicum, Greece

A bunch of House Martins collects mud for building their nests, Holland

Common House Martin gathering nest material, Delichon urbicum, The Netherlands

Delichon urbicum, Common House Martin

House martin (Delichon urbicum), on a perch, looking away

House Martin Delichon urbicum at nest under eaves Northumberland UK summer

Picture No. 11992222
House Martin - adult bird in flight - Germany Date:

The Martin, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell
XJF486301 The Martin, illustration from A History of British Birds by William Yarrell, first published 1843 (woodcut) by Yarrell

Picture No. 10984449
House Martin - colony of nests under bridge Castro Verde, Alentejo, Portugal (Delichon urbicum) Date:

Birds: Passeriformes, Sand Martin (Riparia riparia), and House Martin (Delichon urbicum), illustration Biology, Zoology

Common House Martin Delichon urbicum feeding young in nest, illustration
Common House Martin (Delichon urbicum) feeding young in the nest, illustration

Delichon urbicum, northern house martin
Plate 6 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 2 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Delichon urbica, house martin
Watercolour by Henrik Gr� ld (1924-5)

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"Delichon urbicum: The Charming House Martin of Spain" In the sunny month of April, amidst the picturesque landscapes of Spain, one can witness the graceful flight of Delichon urbica, commonly known as the House Martin. This small bird species, alongside its avian companions Riparia riparia and Hirundo rustica, fills the air with their melodious songs and vibrant presence. Dating back to 1897, a lithograph showcases delicate eggs belonging to various European birds including our beloved Delichon urbica. These eggs symbolize new beginnings and the cycle of life that these remarkable creatures partake in year after year. Perched on a wire with perfect precision or soaring through the sky in effortless harmony, House Martins create an enchanting sight. Their synchronized movements resemble a row of musical notes written across nature's staff sheet. Observing closely, one might catch a House Martin and Swallow duo collecting mud for their nests. With meticulous care and teamwork, they construct cozy abodes under eaves in Northumberland during warm UK summers. These nests become havens for nurturing young ones who will soon take flight themselves. Whether captured in picture number 11992222 or seen gazing into the distance from a perch, Delichon urbicum exudes an aura of curiosity and wonderment. Its sleek feathers shimmer under sunlight while it observes its surroundings with keen eyesight. From Greece to Netherlands, Common House Martins unite in their pursuit of gathering mud for nest-building purposes. In flight against ancient barns or old-world charm architecture alike; they paint vivid strokes across blue skies leaving spectators awe-inspired by their aerial ballet. Delichon urbicum is more than just a bird; it represents resilience and adaptability within nature's grand tapestry. As we marvel at its beauty and observe its behaviors up close or from afar - let us cherish this magnificent creature that graces our world with its presence.