Andean Swallow
Orochelidon andecola
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<birdfyi-bird slug="orochelidon-andecola"></birdfyi-bird>The Andean Swallow (Orochelidon andecola) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 24 cm and a weight of 16.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 翼展 | 24.0 cm | 9.4 in |
| 体重 | 16.5 g | 0.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
保护状况
行为与繁殖
筑巢
Nest type: CV.
分类学
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| 目 | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| 科 | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Orochelidon |
| 物种 | Orochelidon andecola |
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family