African Red-rumped Swallow vs Hill Swallow
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Hirundo domicola
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Hill Swallow |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Hirundo domicola |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Not Evaluated |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | — |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 15.6 g (0.55 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
None
Hill Swallow only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Not Evaluated
Hill 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.