Chestnut-collared Swallow
A species of Cliff Swallows and Allies Scientific name : Petrochelidon rufocollaris Genus : Cliff Swallows and Allies
Chestnut-collared Swallow, A species of Cliff Swallows and Allies
Botanical name: Petrochelidon rufocollaris
Genus: Cliff Swallows and Allies
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Description
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen
Description
The chestnut-collared swallow (Petrochelidon rufocollaris) is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is found in Ecuador and Peru. Its natural habitats are pastureland and heavily degraded former forest.
Size
12 cm
Habitat
The chestnut-collared Swallow typically inhabits cultivated lands within arid regions that lie between the Pacific coast and the lower reaches of Andean valleys. These areas are characterized by a mixture of agricultural fields and riverine districts, offering the open, semi-arid landscapes and nesting sites suitable for this species.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen