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Barn Swallow (Eurasian)
Hirundo rustica rustica
33.3829, -81.9558
Field Notes
Description:
The Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica) is the most widespread species of swallow in the world. It is a distinctive passerine bird with blue upperparts, a long, deeply forked tail and curved, pointed wings. It is found in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.
Habitat:
Open Wetlands
Notes:
Barn Swallows are rare in the area this time of year, but this individual looks to be a vagrant from Europe based on the minimal amount of red on the chest and thick breast band.
Reference Links:
Barn Swallow
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PublishedDecember 4, 2011
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