What type of bird is this?

[ChickensXOXO]

I just opened the door, and two birds kept flying in front of my face. I was even able to go grab the camera, but I couldn't get a good shot.

What kind?

 

[Bunnylady]

Barn Swallow.

 

[ChickensXOXO]

Barn Swallow.

Thank you!

 

[nurse_turtle]

Barn Swallow.

Yup!

 

[reveriereptile]

They are a pretty bird. I like listening to them. They are fun to watch swooping around grabbing insects to feed their chicks.

I'm betting they are probably building a nest somewhere near by. From the looks of the picture it is probably up under your porch. Just keep a look out for something that looks like a mud cone up around the edges of your porch. You'll probably see them fly to it if they don't see you.

I know they will try to dive bomb you if they have chicks especially when the chicks have left the nest and are hidden in the grass. A couple years ago I was walking around the house and had both parents start diving at my head and while ducking I realized they had two chicks on the ground. I tried to get by quickly and another group attacked.