Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift

Lesser Swallow-tailed Swift

Panyptila cayennensis

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Apodidae

About

The lesser swallow-tailed swift or Cayenne swift is a species of bird in subfamily Apodinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found from southern Mexico through Central America; in every mainland South America country except Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay; and on Trinidad.

Fun Fact

It is found from southern Mexico through Central America; in every mainland South America country except Argentina, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay; and on Trinidad.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found throughout the entire Amazon Basin, in a narrow strip along Brazil's southeastern coast, and on Trinidad.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance