Violet-green Swallow
Tachycineta thalassina
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<birdfyi-bird slug="tachycineta-thalassina"></birdfyi-bird>The Violet-green Swallow (Tachycineta thalassina) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.1 cm and a weight of 14.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 23,1 cm | 9.1 in |
| Poids | 14,325 g | 0.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CV,O. Incubation: 14-15 days. Fledging: 23-24 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-7
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Tachycineta |
| Espèces | Tachycineta thalassina |
Distribution
Violet-green Swallow has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family