About Welcome Swallow
Known for their agile flight and darting movementsFeeds on flying insects caught mid-airNests are constructed with mud and plant material
Size
14 - 16 cm
Weight
10 - 20 g
Lifespan
Up to 5 years
Diet
Insects
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss due to urbanization
Additional Notes
Not currently at significant risk, but monitoring continues due to potential threats
Distribution
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Australia and New Zealand
Australia • Australia
Commonly found in urban areas, farmland and open woodland