What is slightly less wondrous and magical is when these birds have made their home in your chimney! The constant chirping throughout summer and fall months is enough to turn some folks into potential bird-killers! We get it, peace and sanity are important. But before you do anything rash, please remember that these birds are protected species in the United states, and intentionally killing or harming them can carry stiff penalties – up to a $15,000 fine and/or 6 months in jail… per egg, nestling, and bird! Destroying a chimney swift nest could be financial ruin. Therefore, it is time to make peace with the birds and find a way to keep them out next year with a new chimney cap. And yes, before you ask, they will return, as just like the Chapman Swifts they nest in the same place every year.