African Red-rumped Swallow vs Asian House Martin
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Delichon dasypus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Asian House Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Delichon dasypus |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 20.6 cm (8.1 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 18.0 g (0.63 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Asian House Martin only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
Asian House Martin
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.
Asian House Martin
The Asian House Martin is a small migratory swallow that breeds across central and eastern Asia, wintering in South and Southeast Asia. Weighing about 18g with a wingspan of 20.6cm, it closely resembles the common house martin with white underparts and a dark back. It nests colonially on cliff faces and buildings, feeding on aerial insects.