Sonoma Mountain Ecology Notes

Celebrating and Caring for the Land

Thirsty Swallows

The first three photos show Violet-green swallows gracefully skimming the surface of the water for a drink. The next three photos catch them doing a belly-flop and flying away with wetted feathers. Some birds are known to bring water back to their nest this way for the young to lap up…or maybe they’re just having fun!? (Click image for larger version)

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