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Cave Swallow
Petrochelidon fulva
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Least Concern
Envergure
20,6 cm
Poids
21,049999999999997 g
Famille
Hirundinidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Cave Swallow (Petrochelidon fulva) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 20.6 cm and a weight of 21 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 20,6 cm | 8.1 in |
| Poids | 21,049999999999997 g | 0.74 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP,HC. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 20-26 days.
Taille de la couvée
1-8
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Petrochelidon |
| Espèces | Petrochelidon fulva |
Distribution
Cave Swallow has been recorded in 4 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
countries highlighted
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Foire aux questions
Is the Cave Swallow endangered?
The Cave Swallow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Cave Swallow nest?
Nest type: CP,HC. Incubation: 15-16 days. Fledging: 20-26 days.
How big is the Cave Swallow?
The Cave Swallow has a wingspan of 20.6 cm, weight of 21.049999999999997 g.
What order and family does the Cave Swallow belong to?
The Cave Swallow (Petrochelidon fulva) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Hirundinidae.
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Data Deficient