Large Rock Martin

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Large Rock Martin (<em>Ptyonoprogne fuligula</em>) is a species of Swallows, Martins (<em>Hirundinidae</em>) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Overview

Large Rock Martin (Ptyonoprogne fuligula) is a species of Swallows, Martins (Hirundinidae) in the order Perching Birds (Passerines).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Ptyonoprogne; binomial: Ptyonoprogne fuligula; authority: (Lichtenstein, MHC, 1842).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Change English name of Rock Martin Ptyonoprogne fuligula to Large Rock Martin with the split of P. rufigula.

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