African Plain Martin
Riparia paludicola
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<birdfyi-bird slug="riparia-paludicola"></birdfyi-bird>The African Plain Martin (Riparia paludicola) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.2 cm and a weight of 12.3 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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The African Plain Martin is a small, brown swallow of the Hirundinidae family, with a wingspan near 20 cm and a weight of just 12 g. It nests in burrows along river banks and lake shores across much of Africa, feeding on insects caught in low, gliding flight over water.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.2 cm | 8.0 in |
| Weight | 12.316666666666668 g | 0.43 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 12 days. Fledging: 20-25 days.
Clutch Size
2-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Riparia |
| Species | Riparia paludicola |
Distribution
African Plain Martin has been recorded in 2 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family