Pacific Swallow

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The Pacific Swallow is a widespread and common resident swallow found across Southeast Asia and many Pacific islands. It has iridescent blue-black upperparts, a rufous throat, and paler underparts.

Where to spot

Open country, cultivated areas, coastal regions, and urban environments throughout Southeast Asia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and many Pacific islands.

How to spot

Look for its glossy blue-black back, rufous throat and forehead, and pale, often buffy, underparts. Observe its agile, erratic flight as it forages for insects. Commonly perches on wires.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Active during daylight hours.

Where to spot

Open country, cultivated areas, coastal regions, and urban environments throughout Southeast Asia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and many Pacific islands.

How to spot

Look for its glossy blue-black back, rufous throat and forehead, and pale, often buffy, underparts. Observe its agile, erratic flight as it forages for insects. Commonly perches on wires.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Active during daylight hours.

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This species is highly adaptable, thriving in both natural and urban environments across its extensive range, often nesting on buildings and bridges, making it a familiar sight.

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