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English
and Scientific names: |
Cave
Swallow
(Petrochelidon fulva)
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Number
of individuals: |
2 |
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Locality:
LOUISIANA: |
Jefferson |
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Specific
Locality: |
Grand Isle State Park, E end of Grand Isle |
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Date(s)
when observed: |
1 on 28 October 2006, 1 on 29 October 2006 |
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Time(s)
of day when observed: |
~1030h on 28 October, ~0830h on 29 |
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Reporting
observer and address: |
Devin Bosler Baton Rouge, LA |
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Other observers
accompanying reporter who also identified the bird(s): |
Justin Bosler |
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Other observers who
independently identified the bird(s) |
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Light conditions
(position of bird in relation to shade and to direction and amount of light): |
Overcast skies on 28 October, sunny and clear on 29 October; lighting was ideal during both sightings |
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Optical
equipment: |
Nikon Monarch 8x42, Nikon Venturer LX 8x32 |
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Distance
to bird(s): |
within 5-10 meters; birds passed overhead at close range |
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Duration
of observation: |
~1 min. |
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Habitat:
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Beach/scrubby-dune habitat (Wax Mrytle, Croton, Saltbox, various grasses/sedges, etc. w/ debris/driftwood present) |
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Behavior
of bird: |
Both birds were alone moving E along the beach |
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Description: |
Most distinguishable field marks "head-on" were pale buff cheeks and throat (brighter "face" appearance), which contrasted markedly with a dark cap, an extensive pale, tawny rump was also visible after the bird passed |
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Voice: |
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Similar species: |
Very similar to Cliff Swallow, however CLSW show distinctive dark reddish cheeks and blackish throat |
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Photographs or tape
recordings obtained? |
No, due to brevity of encounter |
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Previous experience with
this species: |
Much experience with the species |
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Identification
aids: |
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This
description is written from: |
memory |
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Are you positive of your
identification? If not, explain: |
Yes, 100% positive |
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Reporter:
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Devin Bosler
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Date
and time: |
2 November 2006 at 2030h |