Across their range, #violetgreen #swallows can be found in #deciduous, #coniferous & mixed #forests, within canyons & in close proximity to large cliffs. It has been speculated that swallows can enter a state of #torpidity (#torpor) during harsh winter conditions. Pics Peter Hart

The #violetgreen #swallow (#Tachycineta #thalassina) is a small #passerine #bird in the swallow family. These aerial #insectivores are distributed along the west coast from #Alaska to #Mexico, & as far east as Montana & Texas. #JRBPVirtualTour Pics Peter Hart.