Angola Swallow
NameAngola Swallow
Common NameAngola Swallow
Scientific NameHirundo angolensis
FamilyHirundinidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)13
Plumage DetailsIridescent dark blue upperparts, including the crown and mantle. The throat and forehead are a rich rufous-chestnut color, contrasting with pale creamy-white underparts. The tail is forked, with white spots visible on the outer tail feathers.
Vocalization / CallA series of soft chirps, twitters, and trills, often delivered in flight or from a perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsgrassland, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in central and southern Africa, including Angola, Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, Malawi, and Tanzania.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent dark blue upperparts, Rufous-chestnut throat and forehead, Pale creamy-white underparts, Forked tail with white spots on outer feathers, Small, agile build
Description
The Angola Swallow is a small, agile passerine bird characterized by its iridescent blue upperparts and contrasting rufous throat. It is an aerial insectivore, often seen gracefully catching insects in flight over open habitats.
