Brown-chested Martin
Progne tapera
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Hirundinidae
About
The brown-chested martin is a species of passerine bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins. It is found regularly in Panama and every mainland South American country except Chile. It has been documented as a vagrant in Aruba and Chile and there are unconfirmed reports from the Falkland Islands. It is a casual visitor to Costa Rica and has been recorded in Florida, Massachusetts, and New Jersey.
Fun Fact
fusca is found mostly below 400 m (1,300 ft) but has sight records up to 1,900 m (6,200 ft).
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Feeds on a wide variety of insects captured in mid-air.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance