Violet-green Swallow - Tachycineta thalassina

Length 5.2 in (13.3 cm)
Weight 0.5-0.6 oz (14-16 g)
Clutch Size 2-7
Chicks at birth Altricial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:NA, SA
     

The Violet-green Swallow breeds in western North American from Alaska to Mexico. They winter in Central and northern South America. They nest in cavities in trees or rocks. They are insect eaters.

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