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Tachycineta thalassina Violet-green Swallow The violet-green swallow occurs from sea level to 1.400m elevation. The deep, velvety violet-green and contrasting white underparts distinguish this species of swallows. Like other birds, the violet-green lives in colonies of mixed swallow species. They are highly acrobatic and feed almost exclusively on flying insects. Swan Lake, Victoria, BC. Canada |
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