African Red-rumped Swallow vs House Swallow
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Hirundo javanica
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | House Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Hirundo javanica |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 21.1 cm (8.3 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 15.0 g (0.53 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
None
House Swallow only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
House 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.