African Red-rumped Swallow vs African River Martin
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Pseudochelidon eurystomina
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | African River Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Pseudochelidon eurystomina |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Data Deficient |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 23.8 cm (9.4 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 26.0 g (0.92 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
African River Martin only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Data Deficient
African River 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.
African River Martin
The African River Martin is a data-deficient swallow of the Hirundinidae family, with a wingspan of about 24 cm and a weight of 26 g. It is a poorly known species of the Congo River basin, roosting in vast numbers on sandy river islands during the dry season.