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Swallows take roost in homes built for blue birds

July 5th, 2007

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STACEY MURRAY
The Truro Daily News

TRURO – A group of scouts who built homes for the local blue bird population got some unexpected visitors singing their thanks recently.

Five local scouts have been working on a conservation project since February as the final requirement for the top scout badge.

The group built bird boxes, which serve as a habitat for blue birds and give them a safe place to nest.

“Blue birds are threatened and we’re trying to bring them back to Nova Scotia,” said Patrick Mahoney, one of the scouts.

Sixteen boxes were placed in various locations in the area and while they have attracted birds, it was the local tree swallow population that took the bait.

Tia Roode, another scout working on the project, said they’ve found eggs and other signs birds have been nesting in the boxes. Even though they aren’t blue birds, she’s still happy with the result.

“It was good finding out we helped some birds find a home.”

At this point the main project has been completed, although scouts will continue to monitor the boxes for the next couple of years.

Each of the senior scouts are now eligible for the top scout badge, which is one of the most important badges a scout can receive.

To qualify for the award, scouts have to complete 30 hours community service, take a first aid course and earn various badges.

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