Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Violet-Green Swallow
SWIFTS
This speedy bird (hence the name) not only catches and consumes its din-
ner of insects while flying, but also never perches, clinging instead to trees trunks
and other vertical surfaces.
White-throatedswifts
are found during the summer
in the canyons and cliffs at both Zion and Bryce Canyon, often in the same areas
as violet-green swallows (see above). White-throated swifts are basically black and
white—the wings, tail, and top of the head are black; the lower face, throat, and
most of the chest are white.
White-Throated Swift
TURKEYVULTURE
Birders in both Zion and Bryce Canyon have reported sightings
of turkey vultures, also called buzzards, which are about the same size as eagles
