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What does it mean when a swallow flies into a house

The meanings are as follows:

1. According to folklore, it is a symbol of good luck and happiness. That is to say, swallows represent the bird of good luck and peace, so it is an auspicious omen for swallows to fly into the house.?

2. Swallow: in ancient times, it was regarded as a bird of longevity and good fortune; and swallow is homophonic with feast and yan, which means peace. Naturally swallows report peace when they return.

3. If it builds a nest at home, it is bringing luck and good fortune. You can't beat the swallows out or destroy their nests, or it will bring bad luck.

Expanded Information

Introduction of Swallows

1. Swallows consume a lot of time to catch pests in the air, and they are one of the most flexible finch species. They mainly feed on mosquitoes, flies, and other insects, and they are well known as beneficial birds.

2. Swallows are most willing to approach humans, who love this beneficial bird the most. Generally, they return from the islands in April to July to breed in farmhouses close to farmland (insects). House swallows camp their nests under the eaves of farm houses. The nests are mostly made of mud and grass stems cemented with saliva, and are lined with soft weeds, feathers, rags, etc., as well as some Artemisia leaves. The nest is in the shape of a petri dish.

References:

Baidu Encyclopedia: Swallows