Red-chested Swallow song and calls

Birdsong and calls are often the easiest way to identify the Red-chested Swallow, especially when the bird is hidden in dense foliage. Below is what to listen for.

Song

A pleasant, warbling song, often delivered from a perch or in flight. It is a series of chirps, trills, and whistles, less complex than some other swallows.

Calls

Common calls include a sharp 'chip' or 'chwit' contact call, and a harsher 'churr' or 'tzzzz' alarm call when disturbed near the nest.

When they vocalize

Most vocal during the breeding season, especially around the nest site or when foraging.

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