Bahama Swallow vs Chilean Swallow
Tachycineta cyaneoviridis compared with Tachycineta meyeni
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bahama Swallow | Chilean Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Tachycineta cyaneoviridis | Tachycineta meyeni |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 22.5 cm (8.9 in) | 22.0 cm (8.7 in) |
| Weight | 17.63333333333333 g (0.62 oz) | 17.0 g (0.60 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Bahama Swallow
Least Concern
Chilean Swallow
About These Birds
Bahama Swallow
The Bahama Swallow is an Endangered swallow endemic to the Bahamas, weighing about 17.6g with a wingspan of 22.5cm. It has iridescent blue-green upperparts and white underparts, and breeds in pine woodlands. Habitat loss and introduced predators threaten its small and declining population.