C/S:   Cave Swallow
    Hirundo fulva
     
Av. Size:   5.5 in (13 cm); .75 oz (19 g)
     
Sounds:   varied, according to region
     
Identifying Characteristics:   dark head with bluish patch, dark chestnut forehead, lighter chestnut face, light chest, chestnut rump, dark greyish wings
     
Similar to/Compare with:   Cliff Swallow has dark throat
     
Range:   SW US, Mexico, some Caribbean Islands
     
Habitat:   caves and similar areas which offer protection
     
Other Info/Notes on Photo:   photo taken in cave