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Sand Martin

Riparia riparia

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Description:

Sand Martin is a small brown-backed hirundid, white below with a brown collar around the neck. They are highly sociable species, and nest in large groups.

Habitat:

Observed on sandy coastal dunes, in a protected reserve - at this time of the year, the reserve is fully closed for nidification of these birds.

Reference Links:

Sand martin - Wikipedia

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PublishedAugust 6, 2020

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