Black-collared Swallow (Pygochelidon melanoleuca) — Least Concern Aves

Black-collared Swallow

Pygochelidon melanoleuca

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Passeriformes · Hirundinidae

About

The black-collared swallow is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, and possibly Paraguay.

Fun Fact

The black-collared swallow was originally described as Hirundo melanoleuca.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found from eastern Colombia into southwestern Venezuela and across central Venezuela east through extreme northern Brazil and the Guianas and also south of that band along the upper Negro River in northwestern Brazil.

Diet

Feeds on insects captured in mid-air; its diet is known to include flies (Diptera), ants and wasps (Hymenoptera), and bugs (Homoptera).

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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