Mangrove Swallow

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The Mangrove Swallow is a tropical swallow found along coastal and riverine areas of Central America and northern South America. It is characterized by its iridescent blue-green upperparts and a white line above the lores.

Where to spot

Coastal mangroves, estuaries, lagoons, and slow-moving rivers with overhanging vegetation throughout Central America and northern South America.

How to spot

Look for its iridescent blue-green back, white underparts, and the thin white line just above the eye (superciliary line). Observe its graceful flight, often flying low over water.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Active during daylight hours, foraging over water.

Where to spot

Coastal mangroves, estuaries, lagoons, and slow-moving rivers with overhanging vegetation throughout Central America and northern South America.

How to spot

Look for its iridescent blue-green back, white underparts, and the thin white line just above the eye (superciliary line). Observe its graceful flight, often flying low over water.

When to spot

Year-round resident. Active during daylight hours, foraging over water.

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True to its name, this species is highly associated with mangrove habitats, foraging over the water and often nesting in tree cavities within the mangroves.

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