Andean Swallow
Orochelidon andecola
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Least Concern
Envergure
24,0 cm
Poids
16,5 g
Famille
Hirundinidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 24,0 cm | 9.4 in |
| Poids | 16,5 g | 0.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Orochelidon |
| Espèces | Orochelidon andecola |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the Andean Swallow endangered?
The Andean Swallow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Andean Swallow nest?
Nest type: CV.
How big is the Andean Swallow?
The Andean Swallow has a wingspan of 24.0 cm, weight of 16.5 g.
What order and family does the Andean Swallow belong to?
The Andean Swallow (Orochelidon andecola) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Hirundinidae.
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Data Deficient