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Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Stelgidopteryx serripennis

Photo by gatorfellows
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Field Notes

Description:

This small brown bird has long pointed wings. It has a small bill and light brown throat. It gets it name from hooks on the leading edge of its wings.

Habitat:

Pair on a street sign in a new development. There woods, an open field, and small creek nearby. Seem to be feeding and resting.

Reference Links:

Northern Rough-winged Swallow, Northern Rough-winged Swallow, Identification, All About Birds - Cornell Lab of…

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PublishedApril 14, 2014

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