Michigan's largest swallow is arriving home. Where purple martins have been spotted
Purple martins are returning from South America. The first "scouts" have been spotted in Michigan. What to know.
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Purple Martin
The purple martin is the largest swallow in North ... During fall, in the East, very large aggregations of thousands of birds form locally in late summer. Passage peaks late July–September ...
Purple martins that winter in Brazil now being spotted in Pennsylvania. Here's where
The annual migration of purple martins from Brazil to Pennsylvania has started. Here's what to know about these birds.
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Michigan's largest swallow is arriving home. Where purple martins have been spotted
Purple martins, known for their glossy plumage, have returned to Michigan after wintering in South America. The first sightings, known as "scout" birds, were reported in mid-March, marking the ...
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Purple martins that winter in Brazil now being spotted in Pennsylvania. Here's where
These birds, North America's largest swallow species, travel up to 7,000 miles and play a crucial role in controlling insect populations. Purple martin populations have declined sharply in recent ...