May 2014- Champoeg State Park, Oregon
A Violet-green Swallow stretches its wings. These birds look similar to the more common Tree Swallow, but note how the white surrounds most of the eye. This one was hanging out with a bunch of Tree Swallows.
Violet-green Swallow
June 2008 – Smith Rock State Park, Oregon
Smith Rock State Park is a great habitat for swallows. There are plenty of steep inaccessible nesting locations, and the nearby crooked river ensures a steady supply of insects for food, and water. This was another one of those opportunistic shots – the swallow just paused for a moment…
Violet-Green Swallow