Hill Swallow
NameHill Swallow
Common NameHill Swallow
Scientific NameCecropis domicola
FamilyHirundinidae
Wingspan (cm)26.5
Length (cm)13.5
Weight (g)12.5
Plumage DetailsGlossy dark blue upperparts, rufous forehead and throat, pale greyish-white underparts, and a dark, slightly forked tail. The rump is dark blue, not rufous like some similar species.
Vocalization / CallA soft, twittering song and sharp, short alarm calls are typical vocalizations.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsurban, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to Sri Lanka and the Western Ghats of southern India, typically found in hilly and open country, often near human settlements.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy dark blue upperparts, Rufous forehead and throat, Pale greyish-white underparts, Small size, Agile flight, Dark blue rump
Description
The Hill Swallow is a small, agile passerine bird characterized by its glossy dark blue upperparts and rufous face. It is an aerial insectivore, often seen gracefully catching insects in flight or perching on wires and roofs.
