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Chestnut-collared Swallow

Chestnut-collared Swallow

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The Chestnut-collared Swallow is a small, migratory swallow with iridescent blue-black upperparts and a distinctive rufous collar and rump. It often forages over open areas and water.
Where to spot
Found in western South America, primarily in arid or semi-arid regions with access to water and suitable nesting sites like cliffs or large buildings.
How to spot
Look for its glossy dark upperparts, rufous collar, and pale rump. Observe its agile flight as it hawks insects. Can sometimes be seen perching on wires or bare branches.
When to spot
Migratory, present in its breeding range during specific seasons (details vary regionally but generally during warmer months). Active throughout daylight hours.
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File:Petrochelidon rufocollaris 12871173.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petrochelidon rufocollaris 1894.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Petrochelidon rufocollaris 197574053.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This species is known to construct its enclosed mud nests in small colonies, often on cliff faces or under eaves of buildings, showcasing its adaptability to both natural and man-made structures.
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