Purple Martin

Progne subis

The purple martin is a passerine bird in the swallow family Hirundinidae. It is the largest swallow in North America. Despite its name, the purple martin is not truly purple.

Purple Martin in Redmond, WA.. Photo shared on Wikipedia by JJ Cadiz.
Purple Martin in Redmond, WA.. Photo shared on Wikipedia by JJ Cadiz.
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Purple Martin observed by nikolevy
Mar 1, 2026
Greenwood Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC, US
byNiko Levy
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Purple Martin observed by cameron_spartan
Mar 1, 2026
Lake City, FL, USA
byCameron White
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Purple Martin observed by royaltyler
Mar 1, 2026
Western Hills and Yarborough Subdivision, Shreveport, LA, USA
byRoyal Tyler
Research Grade
· 3 IDs
Purple Martin observed by cpersia
Feb 28, 2026
Western Hills and Yarborough Subdivision, Shreveport, LA, USA
byKay Persia
Research Grade
· 1 ID
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