Cameron Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 When I mow my fields, I'm apparently stirring up enough insects to attract a glossy blue bird with a silver breast/underside. They circle around and swoop down on all sides of me. At first, I thought they were dive-bombing me to keep me away from nests, but then it occurred to me that they might be after insects. I've checked the mid-Atlantic North America birder books, but cannon find one fitting that description. The purple martin is the closest, although it seems to be dark purple/blue all over. This one definitely has a white/silvery underbelly. I'm sorry to have no photo; they're too fast for me to even bother trying to catch one on film. Thanks for your help. Cameron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skull Guy Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Try tree swallow, blue top and white bottom 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabird Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 Agree with tree swallow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VRVan Posted June 20, 2019 Share Posted June 20, 2019 That fits Tree Swallow to a T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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