In a sure sign that spring is not far behind, the first purple martins of the year have been spotted in Mississippi.

Every year, North America's largest swallows, purple martins, gather in thousands to roost together near Austin before beginning their migration. Sara Diggins is a visual journalist at the Austin ...

Purple martins are one of Mississippi's favorite birds and they are already arriving in the state. Although it's a much-anticipated event for many Mississippians, how much do they know about these ...

Purple martins, known for their glossy plumage, have returned to Michigan after wintering in South America. The first sightings, known as "scout" birds, were reported in mid-March, marking the ...