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American Cliff Swallow

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota

Least Concern

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American Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).

🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇸 United States 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Passeriformes (Songbirds)

Species

Petrochelidon pyrrhonota (American Cliff Swallow)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese サンショクツバメ

Chinese 紅石燕

Spanish golondrina alfarera,

French Hirondelle à front blanc

German Fahlstirnschwalbe

Portuguese andorinha-de-dorso-acanelado / andorinha-de-testa-branca

Russian Белолобая ласточка

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Cliff Swallow?

The scientific name of American Cliff Swallow is Petrochelidon pyrrhonota. It belongs to the genus Petrochelidon.

What is the conservation status of American Cliff Swallow?

American Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does American Cliff Swallow live?

American Cliff Swallow is found in Widely distributed across Europe (Norway, Sweden), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela).. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela.

What family does American Cliff Swallow belong to?

American Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota) belongs to the genus Petrochelidon, which is part of the taxonomic family Hirundinidae.

Is American Cliff Swallow endangered?

No, American Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does American Cliff Swallow belong to?

American Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of American Cliff Swallow?

The closest relatives of American Cliff Swallow in the genus Petrochelidon include Cave Swallow, Chestnut-collared Swallow, Fairy Martin, Forest Swallow, Preuss's Swallow.