Least ConcernInvertebratesGrasslandCavity nestSmall · 21 g
About the South African Cliff Swallow
The South African cliff swallow, also known as the South African swallow, is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae native southern Africa. It winters to the lower Congo Basin.
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Where the South African Cliff Swallow lives
Regular rangeRare visitor
South Africa
Namibia
Congo - Brazzaville
Botswana
Gabon
Lesotho
Zimbabwe
Zambia
Congo - Kinshasa
Angola
Recorded as a rare visitor in Kenya.
When to see the South African Cliff Swallow
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Peak activity in January · a summer visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Streak-throated SwallowPetrochelidon fluvicolaThe streak-throated swallow is a sparrow-sized bird about 11 cm (4.3 in) in length.
Chestnut-collared SwallowPetrochelidon rufocollarisThe chestnut-collared swallow is 12 to 12.5 cm (4.7 to 4.9 in) long and weighs 14 to 18 g (0.49 to 0.63 oz).
Preuss's Cliff SwallowPetrochelidon preussiPreuss's cliff swallow, also known as Preuss's swallow, is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae.
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