‘Spring is here’: Swallows return to Türkiye’s Aegean, Mediterranean coasts

Swallows, after spending the winter in Africa, are now returning to Türkiye’s Aegean, Mediterranean coasts as spring season is around the corner

In a long-awaited sign of spring, swallows alighted at the Mediterranean shores after spending the cold winter months in Africa.

After completing thousands of kilometers of journey, the birds made it to Türkiye’s Aegean region.

Observations of these harbingers of spring are being reported from various parts of the country, hinting at their timely return with the onset of March.

Home and field swallows migrate during spring, and are expected to build nests and lay eggs around April.

The return of swallows is celebrated across the country as it marks the beginning of warmer weather and vibrant spring.

Source: Newsroom