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Africa
Patagonian Swallow
Tachycineta bicolor
About this species
The Patagonian Swallow (Hirundinidae) is widely distributed across Africa, where it favours grassland environments and plays a key role in its ecosystem.
The Patagonian Swallow is part of the order Passeriformes and the Hirundinidae family. Its preferred habitat is grassland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Hirundinidae family and Passeriformes order.