Tree Swallow (Tachycineta bicolor)
The Tree Swallow (Tachycineta bicolor) is a striking North American bird renowned for its iridescent blue-green plumage and agile flight. This species thrives in open habitats, where it skillfully catches insects mid-air, and is a common sight during its seasonal migrations.
| 🇫🇷 | Hirondelle bicolore |
| 🇩🇪 | Sumpfschwalbe |
| 🇲🇽 | Golondrina bicolor |
| Taxonomy | |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae |
How to Identify
Both females and males have a white belly. The male's back is metallic blue, while the female's back is dark brown.
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Characteristics
| Length | 12-14cm |
| Weight | 17-25.5g |
| Wingspan | 30-35cm |
| Clutch Size | 2-8 eggs |
| Incubation | 11-19 days |
| Fledging | 18-22 days |
| Sexual Maturity | 1 year |
| Source | Wikipedia |
Where and When to Spot
Tree Swallows can be observed in all parks around Montreal. They are typically found in open areas such as fields and over water surfaces near ponds and rivers. These birds exhibit fast and erratic flight patterns as they scan the air for insects to catch.
Observation Records by Park and Season
| Location | Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boisé Des Douze | x | - | - | - |
| Jardin Botanique de Montréal | x | - | - | - |
| Parc Angrignon | x | x | - | - |
| Parc Michel-Chartrand | x | - | - | - |
| Parc de la Frayère | x | x | - | - |
"x" indicates the species was observed, while "-" indicates no observation. Lack of observation doesn't necessarily imply that the species is absent. Data is derived from our park visit journals.