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Cliff Swallow
  Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

* Makes long-necked gourd or jug-shaped nests under bridges and on cliff faces facing water.

* Tails rather squarish. Have light band on back of neck, reddish brown throat patch, and distinctive white spot on forehead.

* One of the most common swallows in Draper.

 
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