Birds of Cuba, Vagrant Visitors, Introduced Birds and Possibilities
Bahama Swallow
Hirondelle des Bahamas
Tachycineta cyaneoviridis
Life, Habitat and Pictures of the Bahama Swallow
| B L | W W | W | Family | Latin Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.75" 14.6cm | 14" 35.6cm | 0.6oz 17g | Hirundinidae | Tachycineta cyaneoviridis |
- Breeding
- Year Around
- Winter
The Bahama Swallow is found mostly on the island of Andros in the Bahamas. This dark blue swallow can be seen in the open fields and in the forest. It is similar in appearance to the Tree Swallow that is seen in North America, except that the Bahama Swallow has a forked-tail. It has been a vagrant to Florida and has been reported seen in Cuba.