African Red-rumped Swallow vs Dusky Crag Martin
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Ptyonoprogne concolor
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Dusky Crag Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Ptyonoprogne concolor |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 21.4 cm (8.4 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 13.0 g (0.46 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Dusky Crag Martin only
None
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
Dusky Crag 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.