African Red-rumped Swallow vs Rufous-chested Swallow
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Cecropis semirufa
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Rufous-chested Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Cecropis semirufa |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 25.4 cm (10.0 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 31.833333333333332 g (1.12 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Rufous-chested Swallow only
None
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
Rufous-chested 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.