Bank Swallow

Bank Swallow

Scientific Name:Riparia riparia
Class:Aves
Order:Passeriformes
Family:Hirundinidae
Genus:Riparia ripa

You can find Bank Swallows all across North America nesting along water sources in groups ranging from 10-2,000 birds! Their dark brown wings contrast their white underside and the Bank Swallow’s head boasts and unique pattern of brown and white. Bank Swallows can be found maneuvering through the air trying to catch flying insects for food. 

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Bank Swallow