African Red-rumped Swallow vs Cuban Martin
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Progne cryptoleuca
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | Cuban Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Progne cryptoleuca |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 28.4 cm (11.2 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 40.833333333333336 g (1.44 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
Cuban Martin only
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
Cuban Martin
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.