Cliff Swallow Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Owned by Genevieve Rosenbalm (@genevieve).
Details
Identification
- Wing Shape
- Pointed
- Tail Shape
- Forked
Observation Details
- Date Seen
- May 4, 2025
- Location Name
- Gray's Lake, Des Moines, IA
Environment
- Habitat Type
- Urban / Suburban
Tracking & Conservation
- Conservation Status
- Least Concern (LC)
Cliff Swallow
Cliff Swallow
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Wing Shape
Pointed
Tail Shape
Forked
Observation Details
Date Seen
May 4, 2025
Location NameGray's Lake, Des Moines, IA
Environment
Habitat Type
Urban / Suburban
Tracking & Conservation
Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)
Item Lore
The cliff swallow is a fascinating example of avian evolution, characterized by its distinct pointed wings and forked tail. These features are essential adaptations for a bird defined by its agile, sustained flight and its ability to navigate complex aerial environments.
Cliff Swallow
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
Wing Shape
Pointed
Tail Shape
Forked
Observation Details
Date Seen
May 4, 2025
Location NameGray's Lake, Des Moines, IA
Environment
Habitat Type
Urban / Suburban
Tracking & Conservation
Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)
Item Lore
The cliff swallow is a fascinating example of avian evolution, characterized by its distinct pointed wings and forked tail. These features are essential adaptations for a bird defined by its agile, sustained flight and its ability to navigate complex aerial environments.