Angola Swallow vs Andean Swallow
Hirundo angolensis compared with Orochelidon andecola
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Angola Swallow | Andean Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hirundo angolensis | Orochelidon andecola |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 23.3 cm (9.2 in) | 24.0 cm (9.4 in) |
| Weight | 17.35 g (0.61 oz) | 16.5 g (0.58 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Angola Swallow
Least Concern
Andean Swallow
About These Birds
Angola Swallow
The Angola Swallow is a graceful hirundine with a 23.3 cm wingspan, weighing 17.35 grams. It inhabits open country and woodland near water in Angola and surrounding regions. It forages aerially for insects, often seen skimming low over rivers and lakes.
Andean Swallow
The Andean Swallow is a slender aerial insectivore with a 24 cm wingspan, weighing 16.5 grams. It inhabits high-altitude grasslands and rocky terrain along the Andes. It forages on the wing for insects, often near cliffs and rocky outcrops where it nests.