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Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

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Description:

Tree Swallow preening. 5- 6 1/2 inches. The only swallow in the East with metallic blue or blue-green upper parts and clear underparts. Cheerful little birds.

Habitat:

Lake shores, flooded meadows, marshes and streams.

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Backyard birds of Northeastern USA
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Funny, Cute and Odd Wildlife Images - North East USA
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PublishedApril 20, 2014

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