Violet-green Swallow
Where to spot
Open woodlands, coniferous forests, canyons, and mountainous areas across western North America, breeding from Alaska to Mexico and wintering further south.
How to spot
Look for its vibrant iridescent violet and green upperparts and the distinctive white patches extending up above the eye and onto the flanks. Observe its agile, high-flying foraging.
When to spot
Spring to autumn (breeding season) in temperate regions; winter in Mexico and Central America.
Where to spot
Open woodlands, coniferous forests, canyons, and mountainous areas across western North America, breeding from Alaska to Mexico and wintering further south.
How to spot
Look for its vibrant iridescent violet and green upperparts and the distinctive white patches extending up above the eye and onto the flanks. Observe its agile, high-flying foraging.
When to spot
Spring to autumn (breeding season) in temperate regions; winter in Mexico and Central America.
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This species often nests in old woodpecker holes or natural tree cavities, and its beautiful iridescent plumage shimmers with different colors depending on the angle of light, creating a stunning visual.
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Frauke
4 months ago
Violet-green Swallow
Juneau, Alaska
On this picture you can see well that it's a Violet-green swallow and not a tree swallow (I think). There were a few, another one looked more like a tree swallow
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