A small passerine bird known for its distinctive colonial nesting behavior and aerial insectivorous lifestyle, inhabiting open areas across North and South America
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Open landscapes including grasslands, agricultural areas, urban environments, near cliff faces, bridges, and human structures with suitable nesting sites
Ecological Role
Critical insect population control, seed dispersal, and integral part of aerial ecosystem food webs
Morphology
SKIN COATPredominantly dark blue-black plumage with chestnut forehead and white underparts, iridescent feather structure
LIMBS WINGSLong, pointed wings enabling exceptional aerial maneuverability, deeply forked tail for precise flight control
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes, wide gape, short broad bill adapted for catching flying insects mid-air
BODY STRUCTURESmall, compact bird with wingspan of 28-30 cm, body mass 14-20 g, streamlined aerodynamic design optimized for aerial hunting
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Dario Taraborelli
