Western House Martin
NameWestern House Martin
Common NameWestern House Martin
Scientific NameDelichon urbicum
FamilyHirundinidae
Wingspan (cm)27.5
Length (cm)14
Weight (g)18.5
Plumage DetailsThe plumage features glossy blue-black upperparts, including the head, back, and wings. The underparts are pure white, extending to a distinctive white rump. The tail is short and forked, and black.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a characteristic 'chirrp' or 'chrrrip' call, often given in flight or from nesting sites. It also produces a soft 'prrrt' alarm call.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsurban, grassland, mountain
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeBreeds across temperate Eurasia and North Africa, migrating to winter in sub-Saharan Africa and tropical Asia.
Identifying FeaturesWhite rump, Glossy blue-black upperparts, Pure white underparts, Short forked tail, Aerial feeding behavior
Description
The Western House Martin is a small, agile passerine bird known for its aerial foraging. It has glossy blue-black upperparts and pure white underparts, often seen swooping gracefully in flight.
