Asian House Martin vs Red Sea Swallow
Delichon dasypus compared with Petrochelidon perdita
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Asian House Martin | Red Sea Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Delichon dasypus | Petrochelidon perdita |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.6 cm (8.1 in) | 22.1 cm (8.7 in) |
| Weight | 18.0 g (0.63 oz) | 20.6 g (0.73 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Asian House Martin
Data Deficient
Red Sea Swallow
About These Birds
Asian House Martin
The Asian House Martin is a small migratory swallow that breeds across central and eastern Asia, wintering in South and Southeast Asia. Weighing about 18g with a wingspan of 20.6cm, it closely resembles the common house martin with white underparts and a dark back. It nests colonially on cliff faces and buildings, feeding on aerial insects.