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File:Female Violet green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina).jpg

Violet-green Swallow

Violet-green Swallow

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The Violet-green Swallow is a stunning migratory swallow found in western North America. It is characterized by its iridescent violet and green upperparts, with white extending up onto the flanks.
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.
File:Female Violet green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina).jpg
File:Male Violet green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina).jpg
File:Tachycineta thalassina -San Luis Obispo, California, USA -female-8 (2).jpg
File:Tachycineta thalassina -San Luis Obispo, California, USA -male-8 (1).jpg
File:Violet-green Swallow - Tachycineta thalassina (19431046038).jpg
File:Violet-green swallow (Tachycineta thalassina) (29052031318).jpg
File:Violet green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina).jpg
File:Female Violet green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Male Violet green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tachycineta thalassina -San Luis Obispo, California, USA -female-8 (2).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Tachycineta thalassina -San Luis Obispo, California, USA -male-8 (1).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Violet-green Swallow - Tachycineta thalassina (19431046038).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Violet-green swallow (Tachycineta thalassina) (29052031318).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Violet green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
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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