Order Passeriformes Higher classification Petrochelidon | Phylum Chordata Family Hirundinidae Scientific name Petrochelidon spilodera Rank Species | |
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Similar Pearl‑breasted swallow, Swallow, Bird, Red‑throated cliff swallow, Red‑breasted swallow | ||
The South African cliff swallow (Petrochelidon spilodera), also known as the South African swallow, is a species of bird in the family Hirundinidae. It is found in Botswana, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Gabon, Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Nests are commonly built from mud under artificial structures such as huts and bridges.
References
South African cliff swallow Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA