Eurasian Crag-Martin

Ptyonoprogne rupestris

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Hirundinidae

Size:

14-15 cm

Weight:

17-33 g

Taxonomy:

Monotypic Hirundo rupestris (Scopoli, 1769)

Short Description:

Eurasian Crag-Martin (Ptyonoprogne rupestris) is a small bird belonging to the swallow family. It has a streamlined body, pointed wings, and a short, square tail. Its upperparts are brownish-gray, while the underparts are paler with a white throat and belly. It has a distinctive pale patch on its rump. This species is commonly found in rocky habitats such as cliffs, gorges, and rocky outcrops.

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Eurasian Crag-Martin is distributed throughout various regions, particularly in mountainous areas and rocky landscapes. It can be found in the northern regions, including the Himalayas, as well as in Balochistan and parts of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces.

Eurasian Crag-Martins are highly agile fliers, often seen darting and swooping low over rocky terrain as they hunt for flying insects. They are typically seen in pairs or small groups during the breeding season, but they may form larger flocks during migration. These birds are known for their cliff-side nesting habits, constructing cup-shaped nests tucked into crevices or under overhangs on cliffs. They are mainly insectivorous, catching prey on the wing using their acrobatic flight skills.