African Red-rumped Swallow vs White-headed Saw-wing
Cecropis melanocrissus compared with Psalidoprocne albiceps
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Red-rumped Swallow | White-headed Saw-wing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Cecropis melanocrissus | Psalidoprocne albiceps |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Hirundinidae | Hirundinidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 20.2 cm (8.0 in) |
| Weight | 26.25 g (0.93 oz) | 11.0 g (0.39 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Red-rumped Swallow only
White-headed Saw-wing only
None
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
African Red-rumped Swallow
Least Concern
White-headed Saw-wing
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.