Angola Swallow

Angola Swallow

Hirundo angolensis

Least Concern
Envergure
23,3 cm
Poids
17,35 g
Famille
Hirundinidae
Ordre
Passeriformes

The Angola Swallow (Hirundo angolensis) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 23.3 cm and a weight of 17.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.

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À propos

The Angola Swallow is a graceful hirundine with a 23.3 cm wingspan, weighing 17.35 grams. It inhabits open country and woodland near water in Angola and surrounding regions. It forages aerially for insects, often seen skimming low over rivers and lakes.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 23,3 cm 9.2 in
Poids 17,35 g 0.61 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Nidification

Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-18 days. Fledging: 22-27 days.

Taille de la couvée

2-4

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Passeriformes (Songbirds)
Famille Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins)
Genus Hirundo
Espèces Hirundo angolensis

Distribution

Angola Swallow has been recorded in 1 countries.

Présent Not recorded

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Foire aux questions

Is the Angola Swallow endangered?
The Angola Swallow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Angola Swallow nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-18 days. Fledging: 22-27 days.
How big is the Angola Swallow?
The Angola Swallow has a wingspan of 23.3 cm, weight of 17.35 g.
What order and family does the Angola Swallow belong to?
The Angola Swallow (Hirundo angolensis) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Hirundinidae.

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