Redwood National and State Parks - Redwood Ranger Minute: Barn Swallows

The video introduces Redwood National and State Parks and highlights the barn swallow, a seasonal visitor. These birds migrate to Central and South America in the fall and return in the spring. The video showcases a nest of barn swallow chicks, explaining their growth and the parents' role in feeding them. Barn swallows help control insect populations, providing an ecological service. Viewers are encouraged to appreciate these birds for their contributions.

Describe the migration pattern of barn swallows mentioned in the text.

What do the parents of barn swallow chicks do until the chicks can fly?

How do barn swallows contribute to their ecosystem?

What is the significance of barn swallows in Redwood National Park?

What physical characteristics can help identify a barn swallow?