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Black-and-rufous Swallow
Hirundo nigrorufa
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Least Concern
Wingspan
21.4 cm
Weight
14.5 g
Family
Hirundinidae
Order
Passeriformes
About
The Black-and-rufous Swallow is a distinctive swallow of the miombo woodland and open areas in East and Central Africa. It has glossy black upperparts and rich rufous-chestnut underparts and throat. It feeds on aerial insects, hawking over open woodland and water, and breeds in small colonies.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.4 cm | 8.4 in |
| Weight | 14.5 g | 0.51 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Hirundo |
| Species | Hirundo nigrorufa |
Distribution
Black-and-rufous Swallow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Black-and-rufous Swallow endangered?
The Black-and-rufous Swallow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Black-and-rufous Swallow nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Black-and-rufous Swallow?
The Black-and-rufous Swallow has a wingspan of 21.4 cm, weight of 14.5 g.
What order and family does the Black-and-rufous Swallow belong to?
The Black-and-rufous Swallow (Hirundo nigrorufa) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Hirundinidae.
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