Tawny-headed Swallow vs African Red-rumped Swallow
Alopochelidon fucata compared with Cecropis melanocrissus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Tawny-headed Swallow | African Red-rumped Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Alopochelidon fucata | Cecropis melanocrissus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 19.8 cm (7.8 in) | — |
| Weight | 14.0 g (0.49 oz) | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 4-6 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Tawny-headed Swallow only
None
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Tawny-headed Swallow
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
About These Birds
African Red-rumped Swallow
The African Red-rumped Swallow is a swallow of the Hirundinidae family, weighing around 26 g. It is identified by its distinctive rufous rump and undertail, and inhabits open country and rocky areas across Africa where it catches insects on the wing.