Barn Swallow in the nest

Barn Swallow in the nest

This baby Barn Swallow seems to be close to fledging. As its name suggests, it was photographed sitting in its nest near the roof of a barn and waiting for its parents to bring the next meal.

Country: UK
Location: Bough Beech, Kent Wildlife Trust
Family: Swallows, Martins (Hirundinidae)
Species: Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica)
Date taken: 25/06/2013