Biscutate Swift

Streptoprocne biscutata

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Apodidae

About

The biscutate swift is a species of bird in subfamily Cypseloidinae of the swift family Apodidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and possibly Paraguay.

Fun Fact

The nominate subspecies of biscutate swift is found from Minas Gerais in southeastern Brazil into Argentina's Misiones Province; at least one record has also been confirmed in Bolivia.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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