Peruvian Martin
A species of New world martins Scientific name : Progne murphyi Genus : New world martins
Peruvian Martin, A species of New world martins
Botanical name: Progne murphyi
Genus: New world martins
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Description
Photo By Don Roberson
Description
The Peruvian martin (Progne murphyi) is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is found in Peru and far norther Chile. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest, subtropical or tropical moist montane forest, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, pastureland, and urban areas. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Size
17 cm
Habitat
The peruvian Martin's habitat encompasses coastal and lowland regions characterized by open to semi-open landscapes. It typically resides in areas with pastoral land, agricultural fields, and secondary growth scrub. Breeding sites for this species are primarily found on offshore islands and potentially on coastal cliffs, favoring locations adjacent to marine environments.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Don Roberson
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Swallows Genus
New world martins Species
Peruvian Martin