Brown-chested martin
Progne tapera
The brown-chested martin (Progne tapera) is a species of passerine bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins.
About the Brown-chested martin
The brown-chested martin (Progne tapera) is a species of passerine bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins. It is found regularly in Panama and every mainland South American country except Chile. It has been documented as a vagrant in Aruba and Chile and there are unconfirmed reports from the Falkland Islands. It is a casual visitor to Costa Rica and has been recorded in Florida, Massachusetts, and New Jersey.
Fun Facts About Brown-chested martin
- The brown-chested martin (Progne tapera) is a species of passerine bird in the family Hirundinidae, the swallows and martins.
- It is found regularly in Panama and every mainland South American country except Chile.
Conservation Status
The Brown-chested martin is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | passerines |
| Family | Hirundinidae |
| Genus | Progne |
| Species | Progne tapera |
Range & Habitat
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