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Tree Swallow

Tachycineta bicolor

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Passeriformes ›Family: Hirundinidae ›Genus: Tachycineta

About

The tree swallow (Tachycineta bicolor) is a migratory passerine bird that breeds in North America and winters in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. It is a very rare vagrant to western Europe.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tree Swallow?
The scientific name of Tree Swallow is Tachycineta bicolor.
What is the conservation status of Tree Swallow?
The Tree Swallow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Tree Swallow belong to?
Tree Swallow belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tree Swallow belong to?
Tree Swallow belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Tree Swallow belong to?
Tree Swallow belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Tree Swallow belong to?
Tree Swallow belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Tree Swallow belong to?
Tree Swallow belongs to the family Hirundinidae.
What genus does Tree Swallow belong to?
Tree Swallow belongs to the genus Tachycineta.

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