Ashy Woodswallow

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6 months ago door jenny van Dorland

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The Ashy Woodswallow is a sleek, medium-sized passerine bird with soft, ash-grey plumage and a short, stout, bluish bill. They are known for their graceful, swallow-like flight.

Where to spot

Widespread across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, agricultural areas, and sometimes urban environments.

How to spot

Look for them perched upright on dead branches, power lines, or other prominent vantage points, often in small groups. Observe their distinctive 'swooping' flight as they catch insects.

When to spot

Resident year-round in most areas, with some local movements. Most active during daylight hours, often seen perching conspicuously.

Where to spot

Widespread across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, typically found in open woodlands, grasslands, agricultural areas, and sometimes urban environments.

How to spot

Look for them perched upright on dead branches, power lines, or other prominent vantage points, often in small groups. Observe their distinctive 'swooping' flight as they catch insects.

When to spot

Resident year-round in most areas, with some local movements. Most active during daylight hours, often seen perching conspicuously.

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Woodswallows are unique in their family for their ability to feed on nectar, using their brush-tipped tongues, in addition to catching insects in flight.

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