Streak-throated Swallow vs African River Martin
Petrochelidon fluvicola compared with Pseudochelidon eurystomina
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Streak-throated Swallow | African River Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Petrochelidon fluvicola | Pseudochelidon eurystomina |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 18.5 cm (7.3 in) | 23.8 cm (9.4 in) |
| Weight | 9.9 g (0.35 oz) | 26.0 g (0.92 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-4 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Streak-throated Swallow only
None
African River Martin only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Streak-throated Swallow
Data Deficient
African River Martin
About These Birds
African River Martin
The African River Martin is a data-deficient swallow of the Hirundinidae family, with a wingspan of about 24 cm and a weight of 26 g. It is a poorly known species of the Congo River basin, roosting in vast numbers on sandy river islands during the dry season.