Swallows in Danby Four Corners about 10 miles north of Ruth in East Dorset 
are already in the (7) boxes with nest built and eggs being laid, if I get 
any more I will have to direct them south to yours.  Nancy

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From: "Ruth Stewart" <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, May 10, 2013 11:50 AM
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: [VTBIRD] Where are the swallows?

> I, too echo the low number of warblers observed while out a couple 
> mornings this week - Thurs am was quiet despite the rain the night before 
> which was not enough to penetrate the ground here.  I'm hoping for more 
> action to come. However, what distresses me most when I am out and about 
> is the absence on swallows... usually there will be many flying over water 
> areas... lately I have seen only 1-4 - if any at all!   The only benefit 
> is that bluebirds have 5 eggs in one of my boxes and don't have to (or 
> haven't had to) fight off Tree Swallows.
>
> Ruth Stewart
>
> E. Dorset, VT
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