PURPLE MARTIN
SPECIES: Progne subis subis
STATUS: Least concern
HABITAT: Forest, scrublands, and inland wetlands.
DIET: Flying insects
GENERAL: Purple Martins nest in tree cavities but because of dead trees being removed from forest they have become more dependent on humans for nesting spots, such as martin houses, gourds, etc.
Here is a website that will help you to attract Purple Martins to your home: Wild Birds Forever
*Photo attributed to: Hollyshots
