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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
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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.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
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.
Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family
Pied-winged Swallow
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Least Concern
Chilean Swallow
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Least Concern
White-banded Swallow
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Least Concern
Forest Swallow
Atronanus fuliginosus
Least Concern
Ethiopian Swallow
Hirundo aethiopica
Least Concern
White-throated Swallow
Hirundo albigularis
Least Concern
Eastern House Martin
Delichon lagopodum
Least Concern
Red Sea Swallow
Petrochelidon perdita
Data Deficient