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Bahama Swallow

Tachycineta cyaneoviridis

Endangered
Envergure
22,5 cm
Poids
17,63333333333333 g
Famille
Hirundinidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
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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.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 22,5 cm 8.9 in
Poids 17,63333333333333 g 0.62 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Endangered
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15-17 days. Fledging: 22-25 days.

Taille de la couvée

2-4

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins)
Genus Tachycineta
Espèces Tachycineta cyaneoviridis

Distribution

Bahama Swallow has been recorded in 2 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Bahama Swallow endangered?
The Bahama Swallow has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Bahama Swallow nest?
Nest type: CV. Incubation: 15-17 days. Fledging: 22-25 days.
How big is the Bahama Swallow?
The Bahama Swallow has a wingspan of 22.5 cm, weight of 17.63333333333333 g.
What order and family does the Bahama Swallow belong to?
The Bahama Swallow (Tachycineta cyaneoviridis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Hirundinidae.

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