ESCANABA, Mich. (WJMN) – The Purple Martin is a very unique bird found in North America. The Martin is known for its skillful aerial exhibitions, tolerance of humans, and pleasant twittering calls.

Choose the Right Housing: Martins need elevated, multi-compartment homes placed in open areas with clear flight paths. Prep for Spring: Set up birdhouses before the Martins arrive—timing varies by ...

I can't put up a purple martin house because our home is nestled among trees and shrubbery with no open space. But if your home has an open area, you should install a martin house. Do it now, because ...

If you build it, they will come. So goes the wisdom — and the hope that if people put up special bird houses, colonies of purple martin birds will return this spring. Five new house were recently ...