Golden Swallow
Tachycineta euchrysea
VulnerableAves · Passeriformes · Hirundinidae
About
The golden swallow is a swallow endemic to the Caribbean island of Hispaniola and was once native to Jamaica, but is now extirpated there. It is restricted to isolated montane forests that primarily consist of the Hispaniolan pine. This species is considered to be a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The exact cause of its extirpation from Jamaica is unknown, but likely factors include predation by introduced mammals and habitat loss, although the habitat loss theory is not supported by much evidence. The last sighting of the nominate subspecies was in Hardwar Gap, with three birds being seen on 8 June 1989.
Fun Fact
This species is considered to be a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabiting hills of the interior of islands, this swallow prefers open country, but will occasionally be seen in forests and over towns.
Diet
Insectivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change