Most Remarkable Bird Nests
By: EjazUlHaqBhat
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Weaver birds are known for their remarkable nests, which are built using plant fibers and grass stems
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The sociable weaver builds the largest nest of any bird species, with some structures housing over 100 breeding pairs
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The ovenbird's nest is considered remarkable because of its unique shape and how it's built. Its nest is a domed structure with a side entrance, similar to a Dutch oven
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The edible-nest swiftlet's structure is made almost entirely of saliva, which the birds secrete from their sublingual glands during breeding season
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The tailorbird's nest is one of the most remarkable bird nests because of its intricate construction and camouflage
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Tailorbirds use a variety of techniques to create their nests, including sewing, riveting, lacing, and matting
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The pied kingfisher's nest is remarkable because it's a tunnel-like structure dug into a mud bank above water
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The horned coot's nest is remarkable because of its size and the way it's built. The coot builds an artificial island by piling pebbles on the lake bed, then covers it with algae to form the nest
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