Artificial Clay Nests

Research shows that that previous years’ nests are the primary cue for returning Barn Swallows that a site is a good one for nesting. We have developed nests made of fired stoneware clay; the nests are durable, breathable, and realistic, and save time and energy that would otherwise be used in the construction of a new nest. When Barn Swallows use artificial clay nests they will finish them off with mud from puddles, adding it to the rim of nests.