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Africa
Short-tailed Swallow
Hirundo albifrons
About this species
Native to Africa, the Short-tailed Swallow thrives in forest habitats and belongs to the Hirundinidae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Short-tailed Swallow is part of the order Passeriformes and the Hirundinidae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of Africa.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Hirundinidae family and Passeriformes order.