African Red-rumped Swallow vs Blue Swallow
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Hirundo atrocaerulea
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Blue Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Hirundo atrocaerulea |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 22.3 cm (8.8 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 13.700000000000001 g (0.48 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
None
Blue Swallow only
None
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Endangered
Blue 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.