African River Martin
Pseudochelidon eurystomina
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Data Deficient
Envergure
23,8 cm
Poids
26,0 g
Famille
Hirundinidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 23,8 cm | 9.4 in |
| Poids | 26,0 g | 0.92 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Data Deficient
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU.
Taille de la couvée
3
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Pseudochelidon |
| Espèces | Pseudochelidon eurystomina |
Distribution
African River Martin has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Présent
Not recorded
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External Databases
Foire aux questions
Is the African River Martin endangered?
The African River Martin has a conservation status of Data Deficient.
How does the African River Martin nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the African River Martin?
The African River Martin has a wingspan of 23.8 cm, weight of 26.0 g.
What order and family does the African River Martin belong to?
The African River Martin (Pseudochelidon eurystomina) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Hirundinidae.
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