Cliff Swallow
Petrochelidon pyrrhonota
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<birdfyi-bird slug="petrochelidon-pyrrhonota"></birdfyi-bird>The Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon pyrrhonota) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 21.9 cm and a weight of 22.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 21.9 cm | 8.6 in |
| Weight | 22.386666666666667 g | 0.79 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: SP. Incubation: 10-19 days. Fledging: 20-26 days.
Clutch Size
1-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Petrochelidon |
| Species | Petrochelidon pyrrhonota |
Distribution
Cliff Swallow has been recorded in 6 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family