Montane Blue Swallow
Montane Blue Swallow
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The Blue Swallow is a critically endangered migratory swallow found in parts of Africa, known for its iridescent dark blue plumage and long, deeply forked tail streamers.
Where to spot
Breeds in high-altitude grasslands with scattered trees in South Africa, Eswatini, and Tanzania. Winters in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other parts of Central Africa.
How to spot
Look for its striking iridescent dark blue plumage and extremely long tail streamers. Observe its elegant, agile flight low over grasslands. Any sighting is significant due to its rarity.
When to spot
Breeding season (southern hemisphere summer, Oct-Mar) in breeding grounds; non-breeding season (southern hemisphere winter, Apr-Sept) in wintering grounds.
Where to spot
Breeds in high-altitude grasslands with scattered trees in South Africa, Eswatini, and Tanzania. Winters in the Democratic Republic of Congo and other parts of Central Africa.
How to spot
Look for its striking iridescent dark blue plumage and extremely long tail streamers. Observe its elegant, agile flight low over grasslands. Any sighting is significant due to its rarity.
When to spot
Breeding season (southern hemisphere summer, Oct-Mar) in breeding grounds; non-breeding season (southern hemisphere winter, Apr-Sept) in wintering grounds.
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Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This highly specialized swallow breeds in high-altitude grasslands and depends on specific short-grass habitats for foraging, making it particularly vulnerable to habitat loss.
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