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Wire-tailed Swallow

Wire-tailed Swallow

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The Forest Swallow is a striking resident swallow found in West and Central African rainforests. It is characterized by its deep blue gloss and contrasting white throat.
Where to spot
Lowland rainforests, forest clearings, and along large rivers within the forest, across West and Central Africa.
How to spot
Look for its overall deep, iridescent blue plumage with a clearly defined white throat. Its tail is only shallowly forked. Observe its agile flight over forest canopy or water.
When to spot
Year-round resident. Active during daylight hours.
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File:Wire-tailed Swallow Hirundo smithii DSCN3289 01.jpg
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File:Wire-tailed swallow (Hirundo smithii smithii).jpg
File:Wire-tailed swallow (Hirundo smithii smithii) immature Matsapha.jpg
File:Wire-tailed swallow adult (Hirundo smithii).jpg
File:Wire-tailed Swallow (Hirundo smithii) W IMG 0540.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Wire-tailed Swallow Hirundo smithii DSCN3289 01.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Wire-tailed Swallow Hirundo smithii DSCN3289 04.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Wire-tailed swallow (Hirundo smithii smithii).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Wire-tailed swallow (Hirundo smithii smithii) immature Matsapha.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Wire-tailed swallow adult (Hirundo smithii).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Unlike many swallows, this species is closely tied to forest environments, often foraging over forest clearings and rivers, representing a unique adaptation for a swallow.
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