White-thighed swallow facts for kids
Quick facts for kids White-thighed swallow |
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Atticora
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tibialis
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The white-thighed swallow (Atticora tibialis) is a small, speedy bird that belongs to the Hirundinidae family, which includes all swallows and martins. These birds are known for their amazing flying skills!
About the White-thighed Swallow
The white-thighed swallow gets its name from the white feathers on its upper legs, which look like little white "thighs." It's a relatively small bird, typical of swallows. Like other swallows, it has a sleek body and long, pointed wings that help it fly very fast and catch insects in the air.
This bird was first described by a scientist named John Cassin in 1853. For a while, it was thought to be the only bird in its own special group, or genus, called Neochelidon. But now, scientists usually place it in the Atticora genus with a few other swallow species.
Where Do They Live?
The white-thighed swallow lives in warm, wet parts of Central and South America. You can find them in countries like Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Panama, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
These swallows prefer to live in forests that are warm and humid, especially those in low-lying areas. They like subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, which means forests that get a lot of rain and are not very high up in the mountains. They often fly over the forest canopy or near clearings, looking for food.
Images for kids
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A drawing of a white-thighed swallow from 1894.
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A map showing where the white-thighed swallow lives.
See also
- Golondrina patiblanca para niños (White-thighed swallow for kids in Spanish)
