Swallow Tree basic information

Male Tree Swallows are dark blue to blue-green in color. Females have more green in their coloring and may have brown feathering as well, especially younger birds. The wings of Tree Swallows are quite narrow. The feathers have a beautiful iridescent shine to them, giving the Tree Swallow a glossy appearance. The cheeks and undersides of the Tree Swallow are white. Their beaks are black and quite short, and the legs are brownish gray or reddish brown. They terminate in small feet. Immature Tree Swallows have very different coloration. Although the tail and wings may have a faint greenish wash, they are predominantly grayish brown. Also, juvenile Tree Swallows may have a light gray stripe over their breasts.