This violet-green swallow was part of a massive mixed flock of swallows I encountered a few days ago as they flew along a lake edge catching insects. They would rest in large groups along the lake edge before going back out to feed. I was able to photograph not only this species but also northern rough-winged, tree, and cliff swallows. It was quite a treat! I almost didn’t take this photo because I thought the branch in the middle would ruin the shot, but the colors displayed by the swallow more than make up for it, in my opinion.