Red-rumped Swallow

Cecropis daurica

Order:

Passeriformes

Family:

Hirundinidae

Size:

16-17 cm

Weight:

19-29 g

Taxonomy:

C. d. rufula (Temminck, 1835)

Short Description:

Red-rumped Swallow (Cecropis daurica) is a striking bird species found in Pakistan. It boasts a distinctive red rump and a deep chestnut face with a contrasting white forehead patch. Its upperparts are glossy blue-black, while its underparts are a creamy white. This medium-sized swallow species exhibits remarkable aerial agility, darting through the skies with graceful flight patterns.

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Red-rumped Swallow can be observed across various regions, including both urban and rural areas. It typically inhabits open landscapes such as grasslands, agricultural fields, and wetlands. During the breeding season, it establishes nests in crevices or under eaves of buildings, often in close proximity to human settlements.

Red-rumped Swallows are highly social birds, often observed in small to large flocks, especially during migration. They feed primarily on flying insects which they catch on the wing using their specialized aerial acrobatics. Their breeding season usually spans from March to July, during which they construct cup-shaped nests made of mud, lined with softer materials, in sheltered locations. They are known for their melodious twittering calls, especially during courtship displays.