Forest Swallow
Atronanus fuliginosus
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Hirundinidae
About
The forest swallow is a little-known species of swallow in the family Hirundinidae, found in Cameroon, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Nigeria.
Fun Fact
The species was previously placed in the genus Petrochelidon, within the 'mud-nester' clade of swallows, yet its plumage, morphology, and nesting behavior did not align well with those of other major swallow lineages.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Endemic to the Lower Guinean forest region of central Africa.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance