African Red-rumped Swallow vs Red-throated Rock Martin
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Ptyonoprogne rufigula
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Red-throated Rock Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Ptyonoprogne rufigula |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 22.9 cm (9.0 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 13.9 g (0.49 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Red-throated Rock Martin only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
Red-throated Rock 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.