About the Chilean Swallow
The Chilean swallow is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It breeds in Chile and Patagonia, migrating north as far as Bolivia, Paraguay, and Rio Grande do Sul.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Swallows (Hirundinidae) |
| Species | Tachycineta leucopyga |
| Species Codes | chiswa1, CHSW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chilean Swallow belong to?
The Chilean Swallow (Tachycineta leucopyga) belongs to the Swallows family (Hirundinidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chilean Swallow?
The Chilean swallow is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It breeds in Chile and Patagonia, migrating north as far as Bolivia, Paraguay, and Rio Grande do Sul....
Where can I report a Chilean Swallow sighting?
You can log sightings of Chilean Swallow on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chiswa1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
92
Species in Family
2,270
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