Siberian House Martin
NameSiberian House Martin
Common NameSiberian House Martin
Scientific NameDelichon lagopodum
FamilyHirundinidae
Wingspan (cm)28
Length (cm)13
Weight (g)18
Plumage DetailsAdults have glossy blue-black upperparts, a contrasting pure white rump, and entirely white underparts. The wings and tail are dark brown, and the legs are feathered white.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a characteristic 'prrrrt' or 'chrrrip' call, often given in flight. It also has a twittering song, especially around nesting colonies.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsurban, mountain, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across Siberia, Mongolia, and parts of China, migrating south to winter in Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy blue-black upperparts, Pure white rump, Entirely white underparts, Short, slightly forked tail, Feathered legs
Description
The Siberian House Martin is a small, agile passerine bird known for its aerial foraging. It has a compact body, short forked tail, and spends much of its time catching insects in flight. This species is often found nesting colonially on cliffs or human-made structures.
