Mangrove Swallow
NameMangrove Swallow
Common NameMangrove Swallow
Scientific NameTachycineta albilinea
FamilyHirundinidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)14
Plumage DetailsAdults have iridescent blue-green upperparts, a pure white belly and throat, and a dark eye-line. A small white patch is visible above the lores, and the tail is slightly forked. The wings are dark with some white on the inner flight feathers.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations typically consist of soft, twittering calls and a series of short, sharp notes, often given in flight or from a perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound along the Caribbean and Pacific coasts of Mexico and Central America, extending south to northern South America, including parts of Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent blue-green upperparts, Pure white underparts, Dark eye-line, Small white patch above lores, Often found near water
Description
The Mangrove Swallow is a small, agile bird often found near water bodies. It is an aerial insectivore, gracefully catching insects in flight over rivers, lakes, and coastal areas. This species is known for its iridescent upperparts and striking white underparts.
