We are landlords to about 100 Purple Martin birds. Purple Martins are native to North and South America. These birds, east of the Rockies, rely almost exclusively on housing provided by humans. Purple Martin birds that fly to the western part of the U.S. find natural cavities to call home. Purple Martins have historically never built their own homes. We have 72 awesome homes for these beautiful, intelligent birds 

 

If you have never witnessed the spectacular aerial acrobatics performed by a Purple Martin, you now have an opportunity by visiting our ranch any time from mid-March until late July. Sit by our pond and listen to soothing twittering sounds while witnessing a flying show! Purple Martins put on quite a show while they fly through the air to snap up flying insects. Make sure to watch closely and you'll see a Purple Marting dip in our pond for a quick splash bath or a quick sip! Purple Martins get all of their food and water in flight!  

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Once our birds pair together and select a nest, we begin a nest check routine. We lower their home briefly in order to check in on them. We will do a nest check every five to seven days throughout their stay. 

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Purple Martins typically lay one egg a day for two to seven days in a row. Checking a nest with eggs or baby chicks inside is quite the sight to see. If you are visiting and see us doing a nest check, please walk over and take a peek! 

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Purple Martin birds typically arrive in Indiana sometime in March and depart during the month of July. 

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