Grey-breasted Martin
A species of New world martins Scientific name : Progne chalybea Genus : New world martins
Grey-breasted Martin, A species of New world martins
Botanical name: Progne chalybea
Genus: New world martins
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Description General Info
Description
Adult grey-breasted martins are 18 cm (7.1 in) in length, with a forked tail and relatively broad wings, and weigh 39 g (1.4 oz). Adult males are a glossy blue-black with the grey-brown throat, breast and sides contrasting with the white lower underparts. Females are duller than the male, and juveniles have dull brown upperparts.
Size
18 cm
Colors
Brown
Black
Gray
White
Blue
Feeding Habits
Grey-breasted Martin predominantly feeds on insects, capturing their prey on the wing with skilled aerial maneuvers. There are no specialized dietary preferences or adaptations noted.
Habitat
The grey-breasted Martin is typically found in open lowland habitats, including forest edges, clearings, pastures, swamps, and riverine areas. These birds also inhabit coastal regions, such as saltmarshes, mangroves, and savannas, as well as agricultural landscapes. They show a particular affinity for areas with a human presence, such as villages and towns, where they may find nesting opportunities and feeding sites. While they are more associated with wooded regions in some parts of their range, they display a broad preference for a variety of open habitats across several geographical regions.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird Feeder Type
Platform
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Swallows Genus
New world martins Species
Grey-breasted Martin