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Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

Photo by NicoleLook
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Field Notes

Description:

Found on the American River, CA. Fast moving swallows.

Reference Links:

Cliff Swallow, Identification, All About Birds - Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Species ID Suggestions

Cliff Swallows

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

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AshleyT
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Comments (3)
NicoleLook
That tree swallow was gorgeous. Hopefully will get some better pictures next time I go out. I was in a bit of a rush this weekend.
AshleyT
Swallows are definitely tough, but it helps that California doesn't have many to choose from! And I'm jealous of the tree swallow, I can't find one at all! No problem, that's what this site is for :)
NicoleLook
OK cool! Thanks Ashley!! I thought they were cliff swallows, but then having mixed them up with the other swallows I was totally confused. You have been so helpful today. Thanks so much!

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Flora and Fauna of California Wilderness
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Wilderness Friends of California
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PublishedMarch 4, 2014

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