Swallows

Except cave swallow that we don't have here in the north, I saw seven species of swallows - including purple martins - yesterday at the same location.

The first three have similar look and I hope I've ID them ok :) :

Female tree swallow:

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Northern rough-winged swallow:

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Bank swallow:

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Violet green swallow:

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And here is cliff swallow:

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Barn swallow:


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Wow - such diversity and nice images to boot.

I still like the violet green the most - looks so exotic in comparison to the others.

Awesome images and diversity!

Thanks folks !

My personal favorite is also the violet-green, which only appears in the west according to my bird guide.

Now I just have to get some better purple martin shots. Thanks god they are bigger :)