Bahama Swallow

Bahama Swallow

Tachycineta cyaneoviridis

Endangered

Aves · Passeriformes · Hirundinidae

About

The Bahama swallow is an endangered swallow endemic to The Bahamas.

Fun Fact

This glossy Tachycineta swallow has a green head and back, blue upper wings, a black tail and wingtips, and a white belly and chin.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to the Bahamian pineyards, though they are somewhat capable of adapting to urban habitat.

Diet

Feed on flying insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Loss
  • Poaching and Hunting
  • Human-Wildlife Conflict
  • Disease