Rufous-bellied Swallow vs African Red-rumped Swallow
Cecropis badia compared with Cecropis melanocrissus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Rufous-bellied Swallow | African Red-rumped Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis badia | Cecropis melanocrissus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | — |
| Weight | — | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Rufous-bellied Swallow only
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
Rufous-bellied 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.