Red-throated Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon rufigula) [XC440314]
by Peter Boesman from Mkushi, Central Province, Zambia (call)
Red-throated Cliff Swallow (Petrochelidon rufigula) [XC509067]
by Peter Boesman from Kabompo river bridge, North-Western province, Zambia (call)
Subspecies
No subspecies.
Genus often merged with Hirundo, but DNA studies support retention of separate taxa. Forms a superspecies with Preuss's Swallow (Petrochelidon preussi), and has been considered conspecific, but distinct plumage differences exist between them. Also, sometimes considered conspecific with South African Swallow (Petrochelidon spilodera).