Southern Rough-winged Swallow
Stelgidopteryx ruficollis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="stelgidopteryx-ruficollis"></birdfyi-bird>The Southern Rough-winged Swallow (Stelgidopteryx ruficollis) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.8 cm and a weight of 15.9 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 20.8 cm | 8.2 in |
| Weight | 15.866666666666667 g | 0.56 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: BU. Incubation: 15-18 days. Fledging: 18-21 days.
Clutch Size
3-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Stelgidopteryx |
| Species | Stelgidopteryx ruficollis |
Distribution
Southern Rough-winged Swallow has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family