Tumbes Swallow
NameTumbes Swallow
Common NameTumbes Swallow
Scientific NameTachycineta stolzmanni
FamilyHirundinidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)12.5
Weight (g)13.5
Plumage DetailsThis swallow has a glossy blue-black cap that extends to the eye, contrasting sharply with its pure white throat and underparts. Its back and rump are iridescent blue-green, while the wings and tail are dusky brown.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations consist of soft, twittering notes and a series of short, sharp 'chip' calls, often given while in flight or from a perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Tumbes Swallow is endemic to the Tumbes region of northwestern Peru and southwestern Ecuador, inhabiting arid and semi-arid scrublands, open woodlands, and agricultural areas.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy blue-black cap, Pure white throat and underparts, Iridescent blue-green back, Slender body, Forked tail
Description
The Tumbes Swallow is a small, slender bird characterized by its aerial foraging behavior, catching insects in flight. It typically perches on exposed branches or wires, often near water sources in arid regions.
