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Image of Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Image of Northern Rough-winged Swallow

Description:

Northern Rough-winged Swallow (Stelgidopteryx serripennis) is a small swallow. These birds forage in flight over water or fields, usually flying low. They eat insects. 'Rough-winged' refers to the serrated edge feathers on the wing of this bird; this feature would only be apparent when holding this bird.

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2013 California Academy of Sciences
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Gerald and Buff Corsi
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