African Red-rumped Swallow vs Tahiti Swallow
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Hirundo tahitica
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Tahiti Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Hirundo tahitica |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 20.4 cm (8.0 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 15.219999999999999 g (0.54 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Tahiti Swallow only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
Tahiti 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.