African River Martin
Pseudochelidon eurystomina
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<birdfyi-bird slug="pseudochelidon-eurystomina"></birdfyi-bird>The African River Martin (Pseudochelidon eurystomina) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.8 cm and a weight of 26 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Data Deficient.
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The African River Martin is a data-deficient swallow of the Hirundinidae family, with a wingspan of about 24 cm and a weight of 26 g. It is a poorly known species of the Congo River basin, roosting in vast numbers on sandy river islands during the dry season.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 23.8 cm | 9.4 in |
| Weight | 26.0 g | 0.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU.
Clutch Size
3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Pseudochelidon |
| Species | Pseudochelidon eurystomina |
Distribution
African River Martin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family