Rough-winged Swallows Have Feather Barbs
Dear Bird Folks,
I have a question about swallows. I understand that Tree Swallows nest in holes in trees and Barn Swallows live in barns. Their name matches their nesting location. But could you explain about rough-winged swallows? Does the name match the bird's wings? The pictures of their wings in my book don't look very rough to me.
- Melissa, Weymouth, MA
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I have a question about swallows. I understand that Tree Swallows nest in holes in trees and Barn Swallows live in barns. Their name matches their nesting location. But could you explain about rough-winged swallows? Does the name match the bird's wings? The pictures of their wings in my book don't look very rough to me.
- Melissa, Weymouth, MA
Read answer here
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Permalink Reply by Carol D. Barr on -
Melissa:
The species derives its name from the outer wing feathers, which have small hooks or points on their leading edges. from: allabout birds.org
I find lots of information at this website : http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/search
Carol Barr
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