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Purple Martin

Purple Martin

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The Purple Martin is the largest swallow in North America, known for its iridescent purplish-blue plumage (males) and its strong association with human-provided nest structures.
Where to spot
Open areas, fields, savannas, and suburban areas across much of North America. Breeds widely, winters in South America.
How to spot
Look for their large size among swallows and the deep purplish-blue sheen of males. They are often seen soaring high or diving low to catch insects, and are easily observed near their communal nesting sites.
When to spot
Spring to autumn (breeding season) in North America; autumn to spring (non-breeding season) in South America.
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File:Progne subis-male chirping.jpg
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File:Purple Martin - Progne subis, Homestead, Florida (40430957721).jpg
File:Progne subis-female flapping.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Progne subis-male chirping.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Progne subis -Chicago, USA -female-8.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Purple Martin - Progne subis, Homestead, Florida (40430957721).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
In North America, Purple Martins are almost entirely dependent on human-made birdhouses or gourds for nesting, making them a popular and easily observed species for many enthusiasts.
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