About the Streak-throated Swallow
The streak-throated swallow or the Indian cliff swallow is a passerine bird, which includes a large number of other species including many swallows. It is native of South Asia where it is a breeder, year-round resident or winter visitor in the countries of Afghanistan, India, Nepal and Pakistan. It occurs as a vagrant in the Maldives, Sri Lanka, and the Middle East.
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The streak-throated swallow is a sparrow-sized bird about 11 cm (4.3 in) in length. It has a dull chestnut forehead and crown. The underparts are whitish, the upper feathers are steel-blue. The rump is pale brown and the tail has a square end. The brown streaks on the throat and chest are distinctive and used to differentiate from other similar birds. On cold mornings, large flocks are seen closely-packed on electric wires to catch the early sun. Its voice is a twittering chirp while perched. In flight, it utters a sharp trr-trr.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Peak activity in January · a resident species across most of its range
Easily confused with
South African Cliff SwallowPetrochelidon spiloderaThe South African cliff swallow, also known as the South African swallow, is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae native southern Africa.
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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