Andean Swallow
A species of andean Swallow Scientific name : Orochelidon andecola Genus : andean Swallow
Andean Swallow, A species of andean Swallow
Botanical name: Orochelidon andecola
Genus: andean Swallow
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Description
The Andean swallow (Haplochelidon andecola) is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is monotypic within the genus Haplochelidon. It is found in the Altiplano of Peru, Bolivia and far northern Chile and Argentina. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland and subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland. 
Size
14 cm
Nest Placement
Cliff
Habitat
The andean Swallow, commonly found in open highland habitats, frequents areas characterized by puna grasslands, desert puna, and tola heaths. This species adapts well to human-altered environments, often being spotted around towns and buildings. Furthermore, andean Swallow exhibits a preference for foraging over bodies of water.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Lars Petersson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Swallows Genus
andean Swallow Species
Andean Swallow 
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