Lesser Striped Swallow
Cecropis abyssinica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="cecropis-abyssinica"></birdfyi-bird>The Lesser Striped Swallow (Cecropis abyssinica) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.6 cm and a weight of 18.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.6 cm | 8.5 in |
| Weight | 18.833333333333332 g | 0.66 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 14-21 days. Fledging: 17-28 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Cecropis |
| Species | Cecropis abyssinica |
Distribution
Lesser Striped Swallow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family