Andean Swallow
Andean Swallow (<em>Orochelidon andecola</em>) is a species of Swallows, Martins (<em>Hirundinidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Overview
Andean Swallow (Orochelidon andecola) is a species of Swallows, Martins (Hirundinidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Orochelidon; binomial: Orochelidon andecola; authority: (d'Orbigny & Lafresnaye, 1837).
Distribution
Breeding range: South America.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Formerly attributed to the monotypic genus Haplochelidon. Phylogenetic analysis places it as sister to murina. Thus, now placed in the resurrected genus Orochelidon (Sheldon et al. 2005; SACC 314).
