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Congo Sand Martin
Riparia congica
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Least Concern
Envergure
18,5 cm
Poids
16,5 g
Famille
Hirundinidae
Ordre
Passeriformes
The Congo Sand Martin (Riparia congica) is a bird species in the family Hirundinidae (swallows & martins), within the order Passeriformes (songbirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 18.5 cm and a weight of 16.5 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 18,5 cm | 7.3 in |
| Poids | 16,5 g | 0.58 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Famille | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Riparia |
| Espèces | Riparia congica |
Distribution
Congo Sand Martin has been recorded in 1 countries.
Présent
Not recorded
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Foire aux questions
Is the Congo Sand Martin endangered?
The Congo Sand Martin has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Congo Sand Martin nest?
Nest type: BU.
How big is the Congo Sand Martin?
The Congo Sand Martin has a wingspan of 18.5 cm, weight of 16.5 g.
What order and family does the Congo Sand Martin belong to?
The Congo Sand Martin (Riparia congica) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Hirundinidae.
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