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Welcome Swallow
Hirundo neoxena
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About
The welcome swallow (Hirundo neoxena) is a small passerine bird in the swallow family.
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Recent sightings near Cairns
Research-grade observations within 25 km, newest first.
- Nov 1, 2026Cairns Harbour, Cairns City, Tropical North Queensland, AUObserver: JayView observation from Nov 1, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 28, 2026Cairns QLD, AustraliaObserver: Elliot ConnorView observation from Oct 28, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 27, 2026Endeavour Rd at Capt Cook Highway, Clifton Beach QLD 4879, AustraliaObserver: Cat BlackView observation from Oct 27, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 21, 2026Cairns Harbour, Cairns North, AUObserver: natduckView observation from Oct 21, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 20, 2026Gordonvale QLD 4865, AustraliaObserver: patnelsonView observation from Oct 20, 2026 on iNaturalist
- Oct 18, 2026Varley St, Yorkeys Knob, QLD, AUObserver: TeriView observation from Oct 18, 2026 on iNaturalist