Vaux's Swift
Chaetura vauxi
Least ConcernVaux's Swift is a small, fast-flying swift of the Pacific coast that catches insects on the wing. Large flocks famously funnel into chimneys to roost, spiraling down like smoke in reverse.
Quick facts
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
- Habitat
- Forest
- Region
- North America
- Scientific name
- Chaetura vauxi
Real rarity, real conservation
This species is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Its population is widespread and currently not considered threatened.
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