Barn swallows are migrating back to Central Texas, and while they provide an ecological service by eating insects, their mud nests and mess can be a problem.

Barn swallows are pretty common here in East Texas,” says Jessica Coleman the Secretary with Tyler Audubon Society.

Federal law prohibits disturbing barn swallows once they nest, so you should consider taking preventative action now.

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