A small passerine bird renowned for its distinctive forked tail and agile aerial behavior, distributed globally across multiple continents and known for exceptional long-distance migratory patterns.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Open landscapes including farmlands, grasslands, meadows, rural areas, agricultural regions, near water bodies, and human-modified environments such as barns, bridges, and rural structures
Ecological Role
Critical insectivore that controls insect populations, serves as prey for raptors, indicates ecosystem health through migration patterns and population dynamics
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Metallic blue-black upperparts, rusty-red forehead and throat, white underparts with dark breast band
- LIMBS WINGS Long, pointed wings spanning 32-34.5 cm, enabling exceptional flight agility and sustained long-distance migration
- HEAD SENSORY Large eyes, short broad bill adapted for aerial insect capture, excellent visual acuity for hunting flying insects
- BODY STRUCTURE Streamlined body, approximately 17-19 cm long, weighing 16-22 grams, with deeply forked tail, slender body design optimized for aerial maneuverability
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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