This species has longer wings and a more graceful, swallow-like flight than the Eastern Bluebird. Mountain Bluebirds usually travel in small parties. They often hover low over the ground and drop down to catch insects, or dart out from a branch and then return to another perch.

Look For: Male: sky-blue above, lighter below. Female: dull gray.

Length: 7".

Habitat: Meadows, grasslands.

Range: Western regions.