White-banded Swallow
NameWhite-banded Swallow
Common NameWhite-banded Swallow
Scientific NameAtticora fasciata
FamilyHirundinidae
Wingspan (cm)29
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsUpperparts, head, and breast are glossy blue-black. A prominent white band crosses the belly, contrasting with dark undertail coverts. The wings and tail are also dark.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations consist of high-pitched, twittering notes and chirps, often given in flight or while perched.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in South America, primarily within the Amazon basin and adjacent regions, including parts of Colombia, Venezuela, the Guianas, Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy blue-black plumage, Prominent white band across belly, Agile, swift flight, Often found near rivers and streams
Description
The White-banded Swallow is a medium-sized swallow characterized by its glossy blue-black plumage and a distinctive white band across its belly. It is an agile aerial insectivore, frequently observed foraging over rivers and other water bodies in its South American range.
