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Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

Photo by Christine Y.
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Field Notes

Description:

This swallow averages 13.5 cm long and weighs about 20 g. The bill is tiny. The adult Tree Swallow has iridescent blue-green upperparts, white underparts, and a very slightly forked tail. The female usually has duller colors than the male, often more greenish than the more bluish male.

Habitat:

Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge in Exeter, RI

Notes:

Thanks to LennyWorthington for the ID confirmation!

Reference Links:

Tree Swallow

Species ID Suggestions

Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor
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PublishedJune 7, 2013

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