Tree Swallow – 5/12/11

Observer: Kurt Buermann

Observation Date: 5/12/11

Observation Time: 1:30 p.m.

Observation Location: Laveview Street meadow

Common Name: Tree swallow

Scientific Name: Tachycineta bicolor

Comments: Very commonly nests near bluebirds. Tree swallows may defend bluebirds against other tree swallow if they occupy adjacent nesting boxes.

More Information: All About Birds.org