Cliff Swallow

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The Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota), famed bird of San Juan Capistrano, can also be found in many lowland, open areas throughout the United States and Canada during the summer months.

During the winter months they migrate as far south as South America.

They tend to be colony nesters, building mud nests on cliffs, under eaves, bridges and other protected spaces.

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