Tree Swallow

For identification details and comparison with similar species, see the Tachycineta bicolor page in the Field Notes section. For photographic observations and visual context, see Photographic Sequence in the Field Notes section.

Morning Perch
A clean pause in early light.
E22A1661 • Size: 5417 x 3611

Tree Swallow showing blue-green iridescent plumage against a clear blue sky

Blue-Green Gloss
Metallic color against open sky.
E22A1680 • Size: 5739 x 3826

Tree Swallow turning its head back over ruffled shoulder feathers

Backward Glance
A turned pose in cool morning light.
E22A1679 • Size: 5921 x 3947

Two Tree Swallows perched together on a white pipe

Paired on the Pipe
Two birds in the morning light.
E22A1761 • Size: 2043 x 1362

Tree Swallow lifting one wing while perched on a white pipe

Wing Lift
Stillness breaking into motion.
E22A1657 • Size: 5571 x 3714

Tree Swallow perched with one wing partly open

Half Open Wing
A poised transition.
E22A1658 • Size: 5417 x 3611

Tree Swallow ruffling its feathers beside a nest box

Ruffling at the Nest Box
A brief adjustment beside the box.
E22A1870 • Size: 2285 x 1523