African Red-rumped Swallow vs Blue-and-white Swallow
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Pygochelidon cyanoleuca
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Blue-and-white Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Pygochelidon cyanoleuca |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 10.75 g (0.38 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Blue-and-white Swallow only
None
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
Blue-and-white 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.