Angola Swallow
Hirundo angolensis
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<birdfyi-bird slug="hirundo-angolensis"></birdfyi-bird>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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Sobre
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 23,3 cm | 9.2 in |
| Peso | 17,35 g | 0.61 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservação
Comportamento e reprodução
Nidificação
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 17-18 days. Fledging: 22-27 days.
Tamanho da postura
2-4
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Família | Hirundinidae (Swallows & Martins) |
| Genus | Hirundo |
| Espécies | Hirundo angolensis |
Distribution
Angola Swallow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Hirundinidae family