Southern Martin vs African River Martin
Progne elegans compared with Pseudochelidon eurystomina
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Southern Martin | African River Martin |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Progne elegans | Pseudochelidon eurystomina |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 28.4 cm (11.2 in) | 23.8 cm (9.4 in) |
| Weight | 50.25 g (1.77 oz) | 26.0 g (0.92 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-5 | 3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Southern Martin only
African River Martin only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Southern Martin
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.