The Brown-chested Martin (Progne tapera), a member of the Hirundinidae family, is a Neotropical species recognized for its swift flight and almost entirely aerial existence. Its distribution is remarkably wide, spanning from Southern Mexico and Central America down to the Southern Cone of South America, including countries like Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Argentina.
This bird is distinguished by its opportunistic ecology and adaptability within open environments. While it utilizes natural cavities and hollows for nesting, its most unique and well-known characteristic is the frequent reuse of abandoned nests belonging to the Rufous Hornero (Furnarius rufus). The Hornero’s robust mud nest is thus transformed into a sought-after breeding chamber for Progne tapera, a behavior highlighting its ability to leverage existing structures.
• Golondrina parda
• Brown-chested Martin
Scientific classification
Kingdom:Animalia
Phylum:Chordata
Class:Aves
Order:Passeriformes
Family:Hirundinidae
Genus:Progne
Species:P. tapera
Santa Regina, Colonia, Uruguay
Camera: Canon EOS R7
Lens: Sigma 150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary
Capture Information:
Focal Length: 600.0 mm
Shutter Speed: 1/1000
Aperture: f/7.1
ISO: 200
Photo Taken: November 23, 2025
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