Andean Swallow vs Chilean Swallow
Orochelidon andecola compared with Tachycineta meyeni
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Andean Swallow | Chilean Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Orochelidon andecola | Tachycineta meyeni |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 24.0 cm (9.4 in) | 22.0 cm (8.7 in) |
| Weight | 16.5 g (0.58 oz) | 17.0 g (0.60 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Andean Swallow
Least Concern
Chilean Swallow
About These Birds
Andean Swallow
The Andean Swallow is a slender aerial insectivore with a 24 cm wingspan, weighing 16.5 grams. It inhabits high-altitude grasslands and rocky terrain along the Andes. It forages on the wing for insects, often near cliffs and rocky outcrops where it nests.