White-collared Swift

Streptoprocne zonaris

Order

APODIFORMES

Family

Swifts (Apodidae)

Code 4

WCSW

Code 6

STRZON

ITIS

Breeding Location:

Forests, coniferous, Grassland with scattered trees, Mountains, Streams, upland

Breeding Type:

Monogamous, Colonial

Breeding Population:

Accidental in North America

Egg Color:

White, sometimes nest stained

Number of Eggs:

Incubation Days:

Egg Incubator:

Both sexes

Nest Material:

Mud, moss and insect exoskeletons.

Migration:

Nonmigratory

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General

White-collared Swift: Very large swift, gray-black overall with blue gloss on breast and back. White collar is distinct. Sexes are similar.

Range and Habitat

White-collared Swift: Accidental in North America. Preferred habitats include mountains, coniferous forests, open forests, and grasslands with scattered trees.

Breeding and Nesting

White-collared Swift: Two white eggs, sometimes nest-stained, are laid in a nest made of mud, moss, and insect exoskeletons. Incubation ranges from 16 to 28 days and is carried out by both parents.

Foraging and Feeding

White-collared Swift: Feeds on flying insects, including bees and wasps; catches food while in flight.

Vocalization

White-collared Swift: Makes a loud, screeching "chee-chee-chee" as well as chattering; often heard before it is seen.

Similar Species

White-collared Swift: White-throated Swift is much smaller, has dark upperparts, and white underparts with black underwing linings.

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Field Guide to Birds of North America